The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert following a press release by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) on a fraudulent website and an internet banking login screen that have been reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, nor will they request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded links. Individuals who provided personal information or conducted transactions via the fraudulent website or login screen were advised to contact HSBC using the details in its press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-03
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about fraudulent HSBC website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) alerted about a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen reported by HSBC. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals should contact HSBC and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.