The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert referencing a press release by Shanghai Commercial Bank Limited about fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens that have been reported to the HKMA. The HKMA reiterated that banks will not send SMS or emails containing 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 has provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through the relevant websites or login screens should contact the bank using the details in its press release and report the matter to the Police.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-05-08
Hong Kong Monetary Authority alerts public to fraudulent Shanghai Commercial Bank 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 Shanghai Commercial Bank 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.