The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public scam alert after being notified of a bank press release concerning fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens linked to OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email, or SMS. Anyone who has provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to the scams should contact the relevant bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-12-31
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on OCBC Bank Hong Kong fraudulent website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens linked to OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information by phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.