MHA Issues Warnings on Fake Job Interviews and E-Commerce Scams

• •MHA warns job seekers about fake online interviews designed to steal personal data.
• •Cybercriminals are exploiting e-commerce platforms with fake websites and payment links.
• •Authorities advise vigilance and verification before sharing sensitive information.

The Union Ministry of Affairs (MHA) has issued warnings regarding a surge in cyber scams targeting job seekers and online shoppers. The National Cybercrime Threat Analytics Unit (NCTAU) reported that fraudsters are conducting fake online job interviews to extract sensitive personal and biometric data from candidates. These scams often mimic legitimate recruitment processes, leading to identity theft and unauthorized access to sensitive systems. Concurrently, the MHA has alerted online shoppers about fake websites and payment link scams, where criminals create counterfeit e-commerce sites that offer products at unrealistically low prices. Victims often receive nothing or empty boxes after payment. The advisory emphasizes the need for vigilance in both job applications and online shopping, urging individuals to verify the legitimacy of requests for personal information. The rise in these scams is attributed to the increased reliance on digital platforms for recruitment and shopping.