Watch out for “high paying, low effort” Amazon job texts

This report warns of a recurring job‑scam campaign impersonating Amazon recruiters (commonly using messages from Hotmail and directing replies to standalone phone numbers or messaging apps) that promises high pay for minimal work. It details the scam script, lists red flags (off‑channel contact, unrealistic pay, urgency), describes escalation paths (deposits, identity harvesting, mule schemes, phishing/malware links), and provides practical safety advice and reporting steps.