Employment Scams

Job hunting can be stressful, and scammers exploit that vulnerability. But with awareness and caution, you can protect yourself from falling victim to employment fraud. Always do your homework, verify job opportunities, and remember: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Ransomware Alert: Online Meeting Invitations

Be cautious of videoconferencing invitations from people you do not know very well. Scammers are always trying to come up with new ways for you to click on a link, open an attachment, or break into your devices so that they can install malware or ransomware, with or without your knowledge. One of the latest ploys takes advantage of our post-pandemic society by using an invitation for Zoom or another online meeting service to install ransomware, typically targeting job seekers

Phishing Scams

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Typical Employment Scams: What Seniors and Their Adult Children Need to Know

Employment scams are another way criminals try to steal your informationi and money. Learn what to look for, and trust your gut instincts: If the offer is too good to be true, it probably is a scam.

Employment Scams

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Jun 194 min read