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Don’t Open That Google Doc Unless You’re Positive It’s Legit

Don’t Open That Google Doc Unless You’re Positive It’s Legit

Don’t Open That Google Doc Unless You’re Positive It’s Legit

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May 5, 20175m 19s

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Show Notes

If you get a Google Doc link in your inbox today, scrutinize it carefully before you click—even if it looks like it comes from someone you trust. A nasty phishing scam that impersonates a Google Docs request has swept the internet today, including a decent chunk of media companies. You’ve heard “think before you click” a million times, but it really could save you from a whole lot of hassle. Google has taken steps to neutralize this particular phish.

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