The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert to the public following reports of phishing instant messages linked to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited and pointed readers to the bank’s press release. The HKMA reminded customers that banks do not send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks that direct users to bank websites to carry out transactions, and do not request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded links. Individuals who provided information or conducted transactions in response to the messages were advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and to report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-01-24
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about phishing instant messages impersonating Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia)
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued an alert regarding phishing instant messages linked to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks do not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information through these channels. Affected individuals are advised to contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.