The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a public alert about a suspicious website related to Tai Sang Bank Limited, referencing a bank press release on the incident that was reported to the HKMA. 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 request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through, or in response to, the website was advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-02-24
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts the public to a suspicious website linked to Tai Sang Bank Limited
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public alert regarding a suspicious website linked to Tai Sang Bank Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send communications with embedded hyperlinks or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Individuals who interacted with the website are advised to contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.