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Job Offer / Recruitment Scam: a fake job offer designed to steal personal info
Phishing: a message that attempts to trick you into replying so attackers can steal your personal data, money, or both
CONTENT
WE ARE HIRING
Join our professional team
Remote Online Evaluator
Salary: $100–$600 per day
Working hours: 1–2 hours per day
Time freedom: Can be done at home anytime
If interested, reply “Yes” or “Interested”
HOW IT USUALLY WORKS
Hook: Too-good-to-be-true wages for very little work, with “work from home” flexibility.
Engagement: If you reply “Yes” or “Interested,” scammers will:
Ask for personal info (SSN, date of birth, address).
Request upfront fees for things like “training materials,” “software,” or “background checks.”
Send you downloads or links that install malware.
Use your personal data for identity theft or financial fraud.
Outcome: Victims lose money, expose sensitive information, or compromise their devices.
WHAT TO DO
Do not reply to the message.
Do not click any links or download files.
Block the sender on your phone.
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.
