Termination Scams: Don’t Fall for Fake Job and Contract Cancellations

Imagine opening your inbox to find an urgent email from HR saying you’ve been fired. Or maybe you’re a small business owner who receives a message from a trusted supplier claiming they’re terminating your contract—along with a final invoice you need to pay immediately.

The instinct to act quickly takes over. But wait—what if it’s all a scam?

Cybercriminals have found a new way to manipulate fear and urgency. Fake termination emails—whether posing as job firings, contract cancellations, or supp