Cybernews researchers have uncovered a major data leak — HireClick, the recruitment platform for small to mid-sized businesses, exposed 5.7 million resumes containing sensitive personal details of job seekers.
With private information up for grabs, this leak is a goldmine for scammers. The leaked data could power everything from identity theft and impersonation to phishing campaigns, leaving desperate job seekers highly vulnerable.
What personal data HireClick leaked?
- Full names
- Home addresses
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Employment information
What are the dangers of this leak?
- Attackers can easily craft convincing phishing emails, SMS scams, or impersonate recruiters.
- Job seekers may be lured into sharing sensitive documents such as ID scans, Social Security numbers, or banking information under the pretense of job verification or setting up direct deposit.
- Scammers could use the resumes to create fake identities or exploit employment verification systems.
- The leak also enables doxxing, where personal data is exposed online to harass or intimidate individuals.
To read the full research, please click here.
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HireClick leaks 5.7 million of private clients files
Cybernews researchers have uncovered a major data leak — HireClick, the recruitment platform for small to mid-sized businesses, exposed 5.7 million resumes containing sensitive personal details of job seekers.
With private information up for grabs, this leak is a goldmine for scammers. The leaked data could power everything from identity theft and impersonation to phishing campaigns, leaving desperate job seekers highly vulnerable.
What personal data HireClick leaked?
What are the dangers of this leak?
To read the full research, please click here.
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