The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public scam alert after receiving reports linked to bank notices on fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens and related online scams. The alert covers incidents involving The Bank of East Asia, Limited, Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited and Chong Hing Bank Limited, with links to the banks’ press releases made available on the HKMA website. The HKMA reiterated that banks will not send SMS or emails containing 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. Individuals who have provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to the scams are advised to contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2026-01-07
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on fraudulent bank websites and fake internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens involving The Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank, and Chong Hing Bank. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information, advising affected individuals to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.