The Hong Kong Insurance Authority issued a public warning about phishing mobile text messages sent by fraudsters claiming to be “Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE” and “Euler Hermes” (Allianz Trade), both authorised insurers in Hong Kong, in an attempt to obtain personal or payment information. The messages asked recipients to call a suspicious phone number to cancel or change an insurance policy. Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE and Euler Hermes confirmed they have no connection with the fraudulent messages. The matter has been reported to the Hong Kong Police Force for investigation, and individuals who provided information or carried out transactions via the fraudsters were urged to report the case to the Police Force.
Hong Kong Insurance Authority 2025-01-23
Hong Kong Insurance Authority warns public about phishing text messages impersonating Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE and Euler Hermes
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority issued a warning about phishing text messages falsely claiming to be from Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE and Euler Hermes, aiming to obtain personal or payment information. Both insurers confirmed no connection to the messages, and the matter is under investigation by the Hong Kong Police Force. Individuals affected are urged to report to the police.