The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has warned the public about scams reported to it and referenced related press releases issued by affected banks covering fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scam activity. The authority reiterated that banks will not send SMS messages or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not ask for sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who has disclosed personal information or carried out financial transactions through these scams should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority2026-05-18
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to reported fraudulent bank websites and phishing scams
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a public warning on scams involving fraudulent bank websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and related activities. It reiterated that banks do not send embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information such as passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS, and advised affected individuals to contact their bank and the Hong Kong Police Force.