The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert after being notified of a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen associated with Chong Hing Bank Limited, and linked to the bank’s press release via the HKMA website. The HKMA reminded customers that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing them to bank websites to conduct transactions, and will not request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or One-Time Password by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who has provided personal information or conducted transactions through the fraudulent site or login screen should contact Chong Hing Bank using details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-25
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to fraudulent Chong Hing Bank website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public alert regarding a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen linked to Chong Hing Bank 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. Customers who interacted with the fraudulent site should contact Chong Hing Bank and report to the Police.