In what appears to be a scam of a different kind, an email is doing the rounds offering people 10 percent of the money deposited in their bank accounts by outsiders. The email starts off. . .. In what appears to be a scam of a different kind, an email is doing the rounds offering people 10 percent of the money deposited in their bank accounts by outsiders. The email starts off : "Looking for a perspective (sic) and well-paid job in Australia? If you are looking for a perspective and well-paid work in Australia (of more than 1000 $ aud in a week guaranteed). If you are a Australian resident (Obligatory condition). If you are over 18 (Obligatory condition)." A link with the text "Check up our site for the further information" follows, advising the readers to "Click here (once)". Clicking on this link take one to a webpage located at advinc-ma.netfirms.com which provides the following advice: The link for this article located at TheAge is no longer available. . A deceptive phishing message offers money for fictitious positions, highlighting potential hazards. Act fast to learn ways to safeguard against such threats!. Job Offer Fraud, Phishing Threats, Online Fraud Awareness. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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