The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has alerted the public to a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen linked to Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited, referencing a bank press release made available via the HKMA website. 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. It advised anyone who provided personal information or conducted transactions via the fraudulent site or login screen to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and to report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-01-17
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues alert on fraudulent Shanghai Commercial Bank website and internet banking login screen
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning about a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen associated with Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with links for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Affected individuals are advised to contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.