The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert about phishing instant messages related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited that have been reported to the HKMA, and linked to the bank’s press release. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to their 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 financial transactions in response to the messages was 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 2025-01-15
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to phishing instant messages linked to Bank of China Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert regarding phishing instant messages linked to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send messages with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Individuals who responded to such messages should contact the bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre.