Job Scam
Coverage of Job Scam in the Nexus archive.
- [US] Is this a job scam or.....?
A user applied to a remote job and received a professional but suspicious email with a team link. The email mentioned an interview date and time zone (PST) conflicting with the job's stated location in EST, raising doubts about the job's legitimacy.
- What kind of job scam is this, and how would it work?
A suspicious job offer involves a developer requesting help with client communication and project planning, offering high weekly compensation. The scammer claims to handle account setup on freelance platforms and development work, with the victim attending meetings and receiving 15% of project revenue. Concerns focus on phishing or more elaborate schemes.
- [US] I want to believe this job but I think it’s a scam
A user suspects a job offer from EZ Health, found on Indeed, is a scam due to rapid interview links and requests to download unfamiliar software called Screen Castify. The process involved quick responses, a website-based interview, and a video interview link, all raising red flags despite initial virus checks.
- South Africa: 'Municipality Is Hiring' Advert Just Another Job Scam - Visit Verified Platforms for Legit Opportunities
Facebook posts in South Africa claiming a municipality is hiring are scams. No evidence of the advert exists on official government websites or social media platforms.
- Dev targeted by sophisticated job scam: 'I let my guard down, and ran the freaking code'
A developer fell victim to a sophisticated job scam involving a realistic-looking website, video interviews, and malicious code disguised as a technical test. The scam began with a LinkedIn message and used social engineering tactics to trick the victim into executing harmful code.