Fake copyright takedown notices lure Chrome devs into phishing scam

A new phishing scam is targeting Chrome extension developers through fake copyright removal notices designed to appear legitimate. Developers receive notifications claiming their extension will be removed unless they appeal within 48 hours. These messages mimic real Google communications, pulling in genuine extension details to gain trust. The goal is to steal Google account credentials through a fraudulent sign-in page.

Developers are advised to verify any warnings directly through their Chrome Web Store dashboard, be cautious of urgent requests, and use strong security measures to protect their accounts.