The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert after receiving reports of fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams referenced in press releases published by several banks. The alert covers fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens involving The Bank of East Asia, Limited, Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited and Chong Hing Bank Limited, and fraudulent mobile applications involving Bank of Singapore Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions in response to the scams was advised to contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-12-19
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on fraudulent bank websites and mobile apps linked to four banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public alert about fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, and phishing scams involving several banks, including The Bank of East Asia and Shanghai Commercial Bank. The alert emphasizes 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 their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.