The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued an alert to the public following a Tai Sang Bank Limited press release on phishing emails that were 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, 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 provided personal information or conducted transactions in response to the emails was advised to contact Tai Sang Bank Limited using the contact details in its press release and to report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre at 2860 5012.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-25
Hong Kong Monetary Authority warns public about Tai Sang Bank phishing emails and reiterates banks will not request credentials via linked messages
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert regarding phishing emails reported by Tai Sang Bank Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not request sensitive information or transactions via SMS or email with embedded hyperlinks. Customers affected by the phishing emails are advised to contact Tai Sang Bank Limited and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.