As reported by Bleeping Computer, scammers are currently flooding posts with fake " " designed to impersonate the platform and trick users into visiting malicious external links. These deceptive messages warn users of bogus policy violations, aiming to exploit trust in 's branding.
The phishing campaign involves bot-like profiles creating that falsely claim users have violated 's policies and that their accounts are temporarily restricted. These often mimic 's official branding and, in some instances, utilize the lnkd.in URL shortener to mask the true destination of the phishing links. The fake urge users to click a link to resolve the supposed issue. Upon clicking, users are directed to a series of phishing sites, such as very1929412.netlify[.]app, which then prompt them to "verify their identity" on another domain, very128918[.]site, where their credentials are harvested. The fake are being posted from imposter company pages, often using variations of the name.
has confirmed awareness of the campaign and is actively working to address it, emphasizing that they do not communicate policy violations via public . This incident highlights the growing sophistication of phishing attacks, where scammers leverage legitimate platform features and branding to deceive users. It serves as a critical reminder for all users to remain vigilant, scrutinize unexpected messages, and avoid clicking on suspicious links, especially those urging immediate action or account verification.
Source: Bleeping Computer
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