Fake job interview scams like the one that hit Binance are getting more sophisticated. Here are the new signs to watch for

A software engineer was tricked through a fake hiring process into downloading malicious code on a work computer, in an incident Binance described as a hack. The case shows how scammers can use realistic interviews and personal details to build trust, making it harder for job seekers to spot a fraudulent approach.

The engineer was contacted through a legitimate job-hunting platform, then interviewed by people posing as a company’s HR representative and CEO. Experts say warning signs include sparse or unverified recruiter profiles, an unusually early interview with a senior executive, personal social media shared in a first interview, and video calls where the person seems to lag or fail to respond. They also advise using familiar video platforms, avoiding unfamiliar downloads, and completing interview tasks on a personal device.