The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert after fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens impersonating Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Asia Limited were reported to the HKMA, pointing readers to the bank’s press release via a link on the HKMA website. The HKMA reiterated 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. The HKMA advised anyone who has provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through, or in response to, the fraudulent websites or login screens to contact the bank using the details set out in the bank’s press release and to report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-03-06
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns of fraudulent Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Asia Limited websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert regarding fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens impersonating Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Asia Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals are advised to contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.