Navigation is easily one of the most common ways smartphones are used, with Google Maps being a fan favorite. In addition to providing directions to most destinations, Google Maps lets you discover and explore your neighborhood or your next travel destination. These features make Google Maps an obvious target for malicious individuals looking to scam unsuspecting users.
Thankfully, Google has both manual and advanced automated defenses that prevent Google Maps from delivering potentially harmful content. The company just recapped the actions it took to fight fake content on Google Maps last year, revealing the massive scope of Google Maps attacks that malicious individuals attempt.
