The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens related to The Bank of East Asia, Limited, referencing a bank press release on the incident and noting the matter has 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, and will not request sensitive personal information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted transactions through the fraudulent websites or login screens is advised to contact the bank using the details in the bank’s press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-04-03
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts the public to fraudulent Bank of East Asia websites and internet banking login screens
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert regarding fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens linked to The Bank of East Asia, 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 Police.