An email that raises a red flag in a distressed job application appears to be a potential job scam. An email supposedly sent from a company called Bekafor advertised a remote data entry position, with the unusual stipulation that candidates first provide their credit score before the interview.
Suspicious Request for Credit Information
The company said that the credit score is part of the requirement of every applicant because they are given company credit cards. However, getting a credit score before any interview is even more unusual and tends to red-flag job scams. Calling every applicant for a pre-interview credit score is very rare in the industry. Companies usually conduct background checks after their interviews to formalize the candidate selection rather than ask for anything during the application process.
Unclear Company and Generic Email
The email breeds suspicion with the absence of any specifics—like the hiring manager’s name—and with the vague company title of “Bekafor”. The other trick often used by a scammer in a bid to log on to personal financial data would be the thrusting of a link about the one’s obtaining credit report, claiming it to be very secure and costing only $1.
What Should You Do?
Never click any of the links or respond with personal details if you receive such an email. Research the company’s URL to verify the validity of the job offer and contact them directly. Use your instincts and avoid any job that demands such confidential information upfront.
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