Fake SEEK Job Ad Suspension Email Targets Employers

MailGuard has intercepted a new, highly targeted phishing campaign impersonating SEEK, one of Australia’s most trusted job platforms. This sophisticated scam is designed to steal employer login credentials under the guise of a policy violation warning.

What the Email Looks Like

The fraudulent message claims that a job advertisement has been suspended due to a potential violation of non-discrimination policies. It urges the recipient to "Fix my Job Ad now", linking to a counterfeit SEEK login page.

Here's an example of what the email looks like 👇

How the Scam Works

Once the link is clicked, victims are directed to a convincing fake login screen that closely mimics SEEK’s legitimate employer portal:

Login Prompt

The user is asked to enter their SEEK credentials.

Two-Factor Verification Trap

A second page then asks for a one-time SMS verification code, mimicking SEEK’s two-factor authentication step.

Finally, users are redirected to the legitimate SEEK login page, making it appear as though the process was genuine.

By this stage, the scammers have already harvested the victim’s username, password, and SMS authentication code — giving them full access to the SEEK employer account. 

Key Indicators of the Scam

Display Name: SEEK

Sending Address: noreply(at)seekmailings(dot)live

Linked Domains (all fake):

• seekmls(dot)icu
• seekapi(dot)tech
• seekapi2(dot)tech

This phishing attack is particularly dangerous because of its low volume and surgical targeting. It was only distributed via two message sends, each using a different, freshly registered domain — a tactic designed to evade traditional spam filters.

Why This Attack Matters

For businesses using SEEK to manage recruitment, unauthorised access to an employer account could lead to:

• Posting of fraudulent job ads
• Theft of applicant data
• Reputational damage, and/or
• Potential compliance breaches

Stay Safe - Know the Signs

MailGuard advises all recipients of these emails to delete them immediately without clicking on any links. Responding or providing personal details can lead to identity theft, data breaches, and financial losses.

Avoid emails that:

• Aren’t addressed to you personally.
• Are unexpected and urge immediate action.
• Contain poor grammar or miss crucial identifying details.
• Direct you to a suspicious URL that isn’t associated with the genuine company.

Many businesses turn to MailGuard after a near miss or incident. Don't wait until it's too late. Reach out to our team for a confidential discussion by emailing expert@mailguard.com.au or calling 1300 30 44 30.

One Email Is All That It Takes   

All that it takes to devastate your business is a cleverly worded email message that can steal sensitive user credentials or disrupt your business operations. If scammers can trick one person in your company into clicking on a malicious link or attachment, they can gain access to your data or inflict damage on your business.     

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