Google confirms fraudulent account created in law enforcement portal

Posted under: Online Security
Date: 2025-09-16
Google Addresses Fake LERS Account | Justo Global

Google has acknowledged the creation of a fraudulent account in its Law Enforcement Request System (LERS), used by law enforcement for data requests. The account was disabled without any data being accessed or requests made. This incident follows claims by the group "Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters," which alleged access to LERS and the FBI's eCheck system. Cybersecurity experts believe unauthorized access poses significant risks to sensitive data, raising alarm over potential impersonation of law enforcement.

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