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Phishing: a message impersonating a recruiting firm to lure you into clicking links, sharing personal info, or joining fraudulent schemes.
CONTENT
“Hello, this is Lila from the Korn Ferry Recruiting team.
We’re currently hiring an App Online Optimization Manager. This is a remote position (part-time or full-time) with flexible hours and one-on-one training to help you get up to speed quickly.
Salary: 100–500 per day (min 6,800 per month)
Training: Free training, with immediate commission upon completion.
Sign in for 3 days you can get 800 sign-in salary
Requirements: Must be 25 years or older.
Interested parties please open us via WhatsApp [URL Redacted]”
HOW IT USUALLY WORKS
Hook: A prestigious company name (Korn Ferry), high pay for little work, and a WhatsApp contact link.
Engagement: If you respond, attackers may:
Move the conversation to WhatsApp where scams are harder to track.
Ask for personal details (age, ID, banking info).
Demand upfront fees for “training” or “software.”
Involve you in money mule schemes or fake investment pitches.
Outcome: Victims risk identity theft, financial loss, or being roped into criminal money laundering.
WHAT TO DO
Do not reply or click the WhatsApp link.
Do not share personal info.
Block the sender and report the group as spam/junk.
Delete the message after taking a screenshot (if you want to report it).
— BONUS ROUND: Reporting the Text —
Forward the message to 7726 (SPAM) — this goes to your carrier.
Report to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
Disclaimer: The information in this database is shared to help raise awareness about common scams. It is not legal, financial, or security advice, and we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Please use your own judgment and contact official authorities or service providers if you believe you’ve been targeted by a scam.
