Google flags surge in fake VPN apps, urges caution with online deals ahead of Black Friday

Tech giant Google has warned users about emerging online scams that cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence and deceptive software to target consumers. Published on November 6, the update outlines several faster-growing threats, such as malicious VPN apps, emerging as a dangerous trend.

How VPN apps are emerging as a major threat?

According to the latest report from Google, hackers are disguising harmful software as trusted virtual private network (VPN) tools to infiltrate user devices. These affected apps are frequently imitating…