Headlines claimed that 2.5 billion Gmail accounts were hacked—but what really happened? In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, Ben and threat intelligence expert Tyler Moffitt break down the facts behind the so called Gmail hackYou’ll hear how cybercrime group ShinyHunters exploited a Salesforce system linked to Google—not Gmail itself—and why misleading headlines fueled unnecessary panic. We explore:How attackers tricked a Google employee through social engineeringWhy verified contact data is a goldmine for phishing and vishing campaignsThe growing trend of targeting people, not systemsPractical defenses you can take—passkeys, two-factor authentication, security checkups, and phishing awarenessTune in to understand what really happened, why it matters, and what you can do to stay secure in a world where perception spreads faster than facts.It's 5 years since Reimagining Cyber began. Thanks to all of our loyal listeners!As featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking Podcasts This list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best! Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via [email protected]

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