Google has filed a civil lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York against a group of hackers based in China. These hackers are linked to a significant Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) platform known as Lighthouse, which has targeted over 1 million users in more than 120 countries. This PhaaS kit is reportedly employed to execute large-scale phishing attacks via SMS, utilizing the names of trusted brands like E-ZPass and USPS to deceive victims.
The implications of this lawsuit are wide-ranging, especially considering the global scale of the phishing operation. With more than a million individuals affected, the case highlights the growing threats posed by sophisticated cybercriminals and their tactics. Google’s legal action aims to address not only the harm caused to its users but also to deter such cyber threats in the future, reinforcing the importance of cybersecurity in the digital landscape.
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