Cybersecurity experts have warned of a rise in fraudulent job advertisements misusing government institution logos, leading to concerns over personal data theft.
Charuka Damunupola, Senior Information Security Engineer at the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Response Team (SLCERT), reported multiple recent cases where scammers lured individuals with fake government job postings on social media.
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has also issued a warning about a fraudulent online job advertisement falsely claiming to offer employment under its name. CBSL clarified that the advertisement is entirely fake and urged the public to remain cautious.
Similarly, scams have been reported involving fake job postings misusing the logo of SriLankan Airlines, highlighting an increasing trend in cyber fraud.
“These scams often aim to steal personal information, including copies of national identity cards, passports, and birth certificates, through fake websites. Under no circumstances should individuals share their personal data on unverified platforms,” Damunupola cautioned.
Authorities urge the public to verify job postings through official websites and avoid engaging with suspicious advertisements to prevent identity theft.
