The FBI has issued a warning regarding a new threat that’s making more and more victims worldwide: fake jobs that are supposed to trick people into sharing their personal information or send malicious actors money.
FBI says that fake job scams typically start with hackers setting up sites with domains that are nearly identical with the ones belonging to well-known companies. They then post fake job ads on public boards and direct potential targets to these sites.
Applicants are contacted by email, where they are scheduled for an interview, only to be asked to provide personal information and a series of documents such as copies of driver’s licenses, Social Security numbers, credit card information, and direct deposit information.
“Criminals may also tell victims they need to pay upfront for background checks or screenings, job training, start-up equipment, or supplies. In many cases, victims are told they will be reimbursed in their first paycheck. Once they get m…
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