The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert following reports of fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens related to Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited, and linked to the bank’s press release via 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 personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS (including via embedded hyperlinks). Individuals who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through the fraudulent sites or screens were advised to contact the bank using the details in its press release and report the matter to the Police.

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