Gmail account holders issued rare alert after 'broad warning' issued to all users

Google has issued a rare update to Gmail users in a bid to reassure millions of users about the security of the email platform following the recent reports of a mass data leak Gmail user accounts could be at risk (Image: Getty Images)

It's been a worrying few weeks for Gmail account holders . Millions of users were recently placed on high alert following reports that a hacking collective - known as ShinyHunters - had succeeded in stealing a substantial amount of data in a significant breach. ‌

It was widely reported that 2.5 million accounts could have been impacted by the leak, with many advised to update their passwords straight away . ‌

Whilst the cyber attack did occur, users might not necessarily need to dash to their settings menu. In an effort to calm concerns a