Google denies widespread Gmail password reset warnings

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1. 02.09.2025 17:57 1 articles · 27d ago

   Google denies widespread Gmail password reset warnings

   Google refuted claims that it issued an urgent warning to all Gmail users to reset their passwords due to a data breach. The company stated that Gmail's security protections are strong and effective, and that the claims of a major security warning are false. Google advised users to use passkeys to enhance account security.

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   • No, Google did not warn 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 02.09.2025 17:57

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• Google denied issuing a broad warning to all Gmail users to reset their passwords.

  First reported: 02.09.2025 17:57
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  • No, Google did not warn 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 02.09.2025 17:57

• Google's security defenses block over 99.9% of phishing and malware attacks.

  First reported: 02.09.2025 17:57
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  • No, Google did not warn 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 02.09.2025 17:57

• Google advises users to use passkeys to protect accounts from credential theft.

  First reported: 02.09.2025 17:57
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  • No, Google did not warn 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 02.09.2025 17:57

• Multiple news outlets and cybersecurity firms reported the false claim.

  First reported: 02.09.2025 17:57
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  • No, Google did not warn 2.5 billion Gmail users to reset passwords — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 02.09.2025 17:57