The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a public alert after Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited reported a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen that were also reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reiterated that banks will not send SMS messages or emails containing 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 via the fraudulent website or login screen is advised to contact the bank using details in its press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-10
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns of fraudulent Shanghai Commercial Bank website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public alert regarding a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen reported by Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send messages with embedded hyperlinks or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact the bank and report to the Police.