Sea.Mashable Phishing Threat Linked to Surge of X Password Reset Emails
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- •Surge in unsolicited password reset emails reported by X users.
- •Phishing attempts may be disguised as legitimate emails from X.
- •X's legal team is investigating the issue with no confirmed breaches yet.
X users are experiencing a surge of unsolicited password reset emails, likely triggered by hackers attempting to access accounts. X product engineer Mridul Singhai confirmed that there are no reported breaches but acknowledged the issue. The emails may be a cover for phishing attempts, with users receiving follow-up emails that appear legitimate but contain fake links to steal credentials. X Money, launched in July, has increased the risk as unauthorized access could lead to financial losses. Users are advised to verify the sender's email and avoid clicking on links in unsolicited emails. The situation is under investigation, and X's legal team is committed to addressing the threats. No specific numbers or CVEs are mentioned in the articles.
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