The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert about a fraudulent website related to Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Limited, following a bank press release that was reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reminded customers that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing users to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded hyperlinks. The HKMA advised anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through or in response to the website to contact the bank using the contact information in the bank’s press release and to report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-02-27
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about a fraudulent website linked to Bank of Communications (Hong Kong)
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert regarding a fraudulent website linked to Bank of Communications (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA reminded customers that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Customers who interacted with the fraudulent site are advised to contact the bank and report to the Police.