The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) alerted the public to fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens related to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, referencing a bank press release on incidents reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reiterated that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers 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. Anyone who has provided personal information or conducted transactions through or in response to the fraudulent websites or login screens was advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-02
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues alert on fraudulent DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a warning about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens linked to DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information through these channels. Affected individuals are advised to contact the bank and report to the Police.