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New-hire payroll update request comes from a supposed manager
Soon after someone announces a new position, a fraudster may pose as the new boss and demand banking or personal details by text. An urgent request outside the company's normal onboarding channel should be checked first.
Source: U.S. Federal Trade Commission · Original advisory date: 2025-07-11
This summary is not a firsthand report or an endorsement or partnership by the source.
Warning signs to recognize
- An unexpected message asks for sensitive payroll data under deadline pressure.
- A recruiter cannot confirm the employer through a verified channel
How to check or protect yourself
- Use verified HR systems and ask the employer directly whether the request is genuine.
- Verify the offer before supplying payment or personal data