The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) published a public scam alert pointing to bank notices about fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams reported to the HKMA. The alert covers press releases issued by The Bank of East Asia, Limited, Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited, and The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, with links available on the HKMA website. 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 information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who has provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to the scams should contact the relevant bank using the information in its press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-10-16
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on fraudulent banking websites and internet banking login screens at three banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, and phishing emails reported by several banks. The alert emphasizes that banks will not send SMS or emails with hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information. Affected individuals should contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.