The article warns that attackers are abusing Google Calendar invites to trick users into exposing private information or falling for scams. By sending malicious calendar invitations that automatically appear on victims’ calendars, attackers can embed phishing links, fake support messages, or prompts that encourage users to click through or share data. Because calendar events often bypass the same scrutiny as emails, recipients may trust them more and act without verifying the source. Security researchers say these invites can be used to harvest personal details, deliver malware links, or lure users into further social engineering schemes. The article advises users to adjust calendar settings, be cautious with unexpected invites, and avoid clicking links from unknown senders.
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