'I lost my savings after a job interview scam'
Cybersecurity experts are warning jobseekers about a rise in sophisticated recruitment scams where malicious software is disguised as interview tools. One victim reported losing £18,000 in cryptocurrency after interacting with a fake recruiter on LinkedIn.
Why it matters
It highlights the increasing vulnerability of jobseekers in a competitive market and the evolving tactics used by cybercriminals to exploit digital platforms.
Image source, Getty Images By Joe Tidy Cyber correspondent, BBC World Service Published 1 hour ago Jobseekers are being warned to be vigilant as scammers are targeting people on job listings websites to trick them into downloading bogus interview tools.
One victim was invited on LinkedIn by a fake recruiter to take part in a job interview process and downloaded a normal-looking document which turned out to be malicious software.
Within hours the hackers had drained his cryptocurrency accounts of £18,000 of savings and disappeared.
"It's a horrible feeling to be out a substantial amount - something I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy," the victim, who wanted to stay anonymous, said.
Professional recruitment platforms LinkedIn and Indeed have warned of growing numbers of job scams in recent months.
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