The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert to the public following a Chong Hing Bank Limited press release about a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen that have been reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reminded customers that banks will not send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing them 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, including via embedded hyperlinks. The HKMA advised anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through or in response to the fraudulent website or login screen to contact the bank and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-01-13
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about fraudulent Chong Hing Bank website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an 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 are advised to contact the bank and report to the Police.