The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert after Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited published a notice about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens that have been reported to the HKMA, with a link to the bank’s press release made available via the HKMA website. The HKMA reiterated that banks do not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and do not request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded hyperlinks. Individuals who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through, or in response to, the fraudulent websites or login screens were advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-03-07
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to fraudulent Shanghai Commercial Bank websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert regarding fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens linked to Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks do not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals are advised to contact the bank and report to the Police.