Email Security Alert: SVG Image Attacks Target Gmail and Outlook Users in 2025
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a dramatic surge in SVG image-based attacks targeting major email platforms. These seemingly harmless files can bypass security filters and deliver malware or steal credentials, according to new threat intelligence reports.
Email Security Crisis Escalates With Image-Based Attacks
Security analysts are warning Gmail and Outlook users about a sophisticated new wave of phishing attacks leveraging scalable vector graphics (SVG) files. According to reports, these image-based attacks are successfully bypassing traditional email security measures, putting millions of users at risk of malware infection and credential theft.