The Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerted the public to bank press releases concerning fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams reported to the authority. Banks do not send SMS messages or emails containing links that direct customers to conduct transactions, or request login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS. Anyone who disclosed personal information or conducted a transaction in response to these scams should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Force.
2026-09-15Hong Kong Monetary Authority
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to fraudulent banking websites and phishing scams
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerted the public to fraudulent banking websites, fake login screens, phishing emails and other scams. Customers who disclosed information or conducted transactions in response should contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the police.