The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has issued a scam alert drawing attention to a Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited press release concerning scams involving fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens, alongside related phishing emails and other fraud reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reminded the public 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 information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email or SMS (including via embedded hyperlinks). Anyone who has provided personal information or carried out financial transactions in response to the scams should contact the relevant bank using the details in the corresponding press release and report the matter to the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-09-03
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about Bank of China Hong Kong Limited fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and phishing emails linked to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send messages with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force's Crime Wing Information Centre.