Google hit by cyberattack targeting Salesforce data: 5 key updates

Google confirms data breach by hacker group
Google has admitted that some customer information was stolen after hackers broke into one of its Salesforce database systems. The breach was carried out by a well-known hacking group called ShinyHunters, which reportedly accessed contact details and business names stored in the database used to manage small and medium business clients.

What kind of data was stolen
According to Google, the stolen information includes basic and mostly public data like business names and contact details. The company insists that no sensitive personal information or financial data was involved. Still, it’s a serious concern since even limited data can be misused by cybercriminals in phishing or scam attempts.

Google keeps details under wraps
Google hasn’t revealed how many customers were affected in the breach. A spokesperson declined to comment, and it’s still unclear whether the hackers have reached out with a ransom demand or other threats. This lack of clarity is raising concerns among users about the scale and potential impact of the breach.

ShinyHunters and their shady methods
The hacking group behind the breach, ShinyHunters, is known for targeting major companies. They reportedly use voice phishing tactics—calling up employees and tricking them into giving access to internal systems. The group has also been linked to other cybercriminal networks that use hacking, extortion, and even threats to get what they want.

Google warns of possible data leak site
Google suspects that the hackers might soon publish the stolen data on a leak site. These sites are often used to pressure companies into paying a ransom. Similar breaches have recently hit Cisco, Qantas, and Pandora, all linked to Salesforce systems, showing a disturbing trend in cloud-based cyberattacks.