I guess that depends. On GitHub it sounds like the victim is a paying customer of Google Workplace, not just some free account. I had similar genuine calls from hotels, credit card companies, an ISP, my electricity provider etc.
So yes, there are some signs that might make you suspicious, but I guess we agree that this was not just a regular everyday scam but a pretty professional, well-prepared and possibly targeted attack.
The call would have ended the second they they told me they’re from Google.
Google does not call you.
I guess that depends. On GitHub it sounds like the victim is a paying customer of Google Workplace, not just some free account. I had similar genuine calls from hotels, credit card companies, an ISP, my electricity provider etc.
So yes, there are some signs that might make you suspicious, but I guess we agree that this was not just a regular everyday scam but a pretty professional, well-prepared and possibly targeted attack.
Anytime this happens, hang up and call a known company support number
Don’t misdial or you might be connected to the ‘savings line’
Interesting