The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) published an alert drawing attention to Dah Sing Bank, Limited’s press release about a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen that have been reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not ask for sensitive personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions via the fraudulent website or login screen should contact Dah Sing Bank using the details in its press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-03
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues alert on fraudulent Dah Sing Bank website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued an alert regarding a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen related to Dah Sing Bank, Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with links for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact Dah Sing Bank and report to the Police.