Deribit Warns of Fake Recruiters Targeting Job Seekers on LinkedIn

Crypto exchange Deribit has issued a warning about the rise of scams involving fraudulent recruiters impersonating company employees to deceive job seekers. This scheme primarily targets developers and senior professionals in the crypto industry.

Fake Recruitment Scams on the Rise 📈💻 According to Anthony Sweeney, Deribit’s Chief Information Security Officer, there has been a significant increase in fake recruiter profiles pretending to work for Deribit. Scammers are exploiting LinkedIn to spread fraudulent job offers and lure potential victims. 🔹 How Does the Scam Work? Attackers create fake LinkedIn profiles with Deribit’s branding.They post attractive job listings promising high salaries and exclusive perks.After contacting candidates, they request them to complete an online assessment, which actually installs malware.Some scams involve "pre-hire investment opportunities," tricking victims into investing in fake company shares.In extreme cases, scammers even arrange in-person meetings, instructing candidates to bring their work laptops, potentially to steal corporate data.

How to Stay Safe from Fake Recruiters? 🛡️🔍 Deribit urges job seekers to be extremely cautious and always verify the authenticity of job offers through official company channels. ✅ Tips for Protection: Verify job listings through Deribit’s official recruitment channels and avoid clicking suspicious links.Never share personal or login credentials with unknown parties.Avoid clicking on “online tests” unless they are confirmed by an official HR department.Be wary of investment offers in company shares! Recruitment Scams: Not Just a Deribit Issue This type of scam is not isolated to Deribit. In January, CrowdStrike, a global cybersecurity provider, uncovered a phishing campaign that used fake recruitment emails to distribute malware for mining the Monero cryptocurrency.

📌 How Did This Scam Work? Victims received a fake email from “CrowdStrike HR” with a job offer.They were instructed to download a CRM employee application, which was actually a malicious XMRig crypto miner.

Crypto Industry: A Target for Scammers? With the increasing adoption of crypto, scams are also on the rise. Exchanges, companies, and investors must stay ahead of these threats. Deribit warns that scammers constantly adapt their tactics, making it crucial to remain vigilant and verify any job offer. 🚀

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