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ChatGPT joins the most impersonated brands in phishing attacks

ChatGPT joins the most impersonated brands in phishing attacks Microsoft continued to be the most impersonated brand in Q2 2026, accounting for 23% of all brand phishing attempts. LinkedIn, Google, Apple, and Amazon followed, with the five brands together making up more than half of all brand phishing attempts tracked during the quarter, according to Check Point’s Q2 2026 Brand Phishing Report. Fake ChatGPT Plus billing email (Source: Check Point) Technology remains the top target, but… Brand phishing exploits trusted brands people recognise and use every day. According to Check Point, technology remained the most impersonated sector, followed by social networks and banking. These industries handle users’ identities, finances, and professional relationships, making them valuable targets…

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