As soon as you type these 6 words on Google, your phone will be under the control of hackers! Created a stir

SOPHOS, a company that makes software and hardware for cyber security, has recently issued a cyber security alert. It states that people searching for questions like 'Are Bengal Cats legal in Australia?' may become victims of cyber attack. 

Cyber ​​criminals are promoting harmful websites in search engine results using SEO poisoning. These websites look real, but clicking on them can lead to theft of users' personal data.

What kind of data is being targeted?

According to the New York Post, by clicking on these websites, users' personal information, even bank details, can be stolen through the malware Gootloader.

Impact on Australian users

This cyber attack is especially affecting users in Australia. Whenever the word 'Australia' is included in the search query, dangerous links start appearing.

What is SEO poisoning?

SOPHOS said that SEO poisoning is a dangerous technique. In this, people are lured into clicking on harmful links by using popular search terms. This can lead to downloading of malware or theft of login credentials.

How to avoid this cyber attack?

• SOPHOS recommends that those who have clicked on these harmful links should immediately change all their passwords.
• Avoid clicking on unknown or suspicious websites.
• Keep the antivirus software on your device updated.

Dangers of Gootloader Malware

The Gootloader malware not only steals personal data, it also leaves the user's device vulnerable to more threats.