The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert following a press release by Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong Limited about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens 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. Individuals who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions via the fraudulent sites or login screens are advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-05-26
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to fraudulent Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong Limited websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) alerted about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens linked to Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong 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. Affected individuals should contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.