The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a public scam alert referencing a Bank of China Hong Kong Limited press release on fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens and mobile applications, as well as phishing emails or other scams reported to the HKMA. A link to the bank’s press release is available on the HKMA website. The HKMA reiterated that banks do not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and do not request sensitive information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded hyperlinks. Anyone who has provided personal information or conducted financial transactions in response to the scams should contact the relevant bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-09-10
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on Bank of China Hong Kong Limited fraudulent websites and fake banking apps
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert about fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, mobile apps, and phishing emails linked to Bank of China Hong Kong Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks do not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.