A LinkedIn user warned about the latest scam in which fraudsters use chatbots to obtain personal information. The user revealed he received a job offer from a chatbot named Anasuya, claiming to represent ‘LinkedIn Technology Information Pvt Ltd.’
The user shared screenshots of the chat and wrote, “Got a WhatsApp message today from an unknown number—someone called ‘Anasuya’ from ‘Linkedin Technology Information Pvt Ltd.”
What was the scam about?
Anasuya claimed to offer a job opportunity with ₹1,000 to ₹5,500 income.
The message from Anasuya read, “I understand you’re not interested right now, but this job is really simple and can earn you 1000-5500 rupees. Just a few minutes of effort could bring you a nice income. Why not give it a try? It’s a great opportunity to make some extra money easily.”
The user felt the message was genuine and asked the chatbot more questions. When asked to share the LinkedIn profile, the sender declined, stating that they were not allowed to share personal information.
“No, I’m not a bot. I’m a human recruiter working for LINKEDIN TECHNOLOGY INFORMATION Pvt Ltd. I’m here to discuss a genuine job opportunity with you. Would you like to hear more about this simple, well-paying task?” the chatbot said.
“Felt fishy, so I asked, ‘Are you a bot?’ It said no, but it was obviously lying. A few random questions, and the scam fell apart. Watch out, everyone—scammers are using chatbots that pretend to be real people to trick us,” the Linkedin post added.
Netizens react
Several social media users have reacted to the LinkedIn post, where most shared similar experiences.
“I’ve experienced this a lot! But seriously, which recruiter actually uses WhatsApp chats for real world hiring?” one of the users commented.
Another added, “Once I was also frustrated with this kind of messages, they just copy paste some boiler plate messages according to your message.”
“Caught AI red-handed,” one of the users said.
How to avoid such scams?
Check out some tips to avoid chatbot scams.
- Do not share your personal information: If you receive a message from an unknown number, refrain from sharing your personal information.
- Check for source: Please check the source of the message to identify where it is coming from. This will help you understand who the sender is and whether the message is authentic.
- Offers and rewards: Stay cautious of attractive offers and prizes, especially when they appear out of nowhere.