The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert following a press release by The Bank of East Asia, Limited concerning 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 messages or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers 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. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through the fraudulent website or login screen should contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-05-16
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns of fraudulent Bank of East Asia website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert regarding a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen reported by The Bank of East Asia, Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send messages with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact the bank and report to the Police.