North Korean Fake IT Workers Flood Job Applications: A New Cybersecurity Threat

A surge of fraudulent job applications from suspected North Korean operatives is targeting US and European tech companies. These sophisticated scams, costing American businesses at least $88 million over six years, involve fabricated resumes and often leverage deepfakes and AI-generated responses to deceive recruiters. Companies are fighting back with enhanced background checks, AI-powered applicant screening, and collaboration with law enforcement. However, the evolving nature of these scams and the adaptation of criminal tactics present an ongoing challenge.