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Google says hackers are calling financial firm employees to hack and extort victims
TechCrunch·August 6, 2026·1 min read
Google's security researchers report that groups of hackers are breaking into large U.S. financial firms to steal sensitive data and extort victims. The attacks involve calling employees to gain access, leading to data theft and extortion. The report highlights a growing threat to the financial sector, urging firms to enhance security measures against such social engineering tactics.
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