Google issues warning to billions over ‘malicious’ VPN that could be spying on you

Consumers purchasing illegitimate VPNs risk having their data stolen (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)Cybercriminals are exploiting VPN users by distributing malicious applications disguised as legitimate services, Google has warned.Millions are using virtual private networks to shield their online activity from criminals – but now Google has issued an alert, warning that fake VPNs are being used to steal personal data.
In its latest fraud and scams advisory, Google said: ‘Threat