Google Search for Bengal Cats in Australia Poses Cybersecurity Risk

A seemingly harmless search query is being exploited by hackers to steal personal data through SEO poisoning.

Cybersecurity firm SOPHOS has issued a warning about a cyber threat linked to the search term 'Are Bengal Cats legal in Australia?'
Hackers are using a tactic known as 'SEO poisoning' to manipulate search results and lead users to malicious websites.
The malware involved, GootLoader, can steal personal information and lock users out of their computers.
Australian users are at a higher risk as the search term specifically targets queries including 'Australia'.
SOPHOS advises users who suspect they've been affected to change their passwords immediately and enhance their security measures.