The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a public alert on fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams reported by banks. It reminded customers that banks will not send emails or SMS messages with embedded links directing them to banking websites to conduct transactions, or request login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who disclosed personal information or conducted a transaction in response to these scams should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
2026-09-22Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to bank-reported phishing and other scams
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has warned the public about fraudulent banking websites, fake login screens, phishing emails and other scams. Customers should not follow embedded banking links or disclose passwords or one-time passwords, and affected individuals should contact their bank and the police.