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    Fake Job and Employment Scam Surge

    March 27, 2026Updated Mar 27, 2026US, EU, GB, CA, AU, GLOBAL
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    Overview

    The FTC reports a massive increase in fake job scams targeting remote workers. Criminals post fake listings on LinkedIn and job boards to steal personal information and money.

    Expert Analysis

    GetCyberRight Analyst Assessment

    This analysis was prepared by our security team based on verified threat intelligence and official sources.

    Job scams reported to the FTC increased over 118% from 2022 to 2024. Scammers post attractive remote positions on LinkedIn, Indeed, and ZipRecruiter offering above-market pay. During fake onboarding, they collect Social Security numbers, bank account details, and copies of government IDs. Some scams require upfront equipment purchases with checks that bounce.

    Indicators of Compromise

    tactic
    Job offer with no interview

    Position offered after brief text/email exchange

    tactic
    Upfront equipment purchase required

    Victim asked to buy equipment with company check

    What You Should Do

    1

    Research any company on the Better Business Bureau before accepting a position

    2

    Verify the recruiter exists on the company's official website

    3

    Never pay for training, equipment, or background checks upfront

    4

    Do not provide bank details or Social Security numbers before verified hiring

    5

    Be suspicious of positions that require no interview process

    6

    Check the company's website domain matches their email domain

    Sources

    ftc.gov
    Official
    ic3.gov
    Official