The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) published a website alert flagging a fraudulent website related to Dah Sing Bank, Limited, referencing a bank press release that has been reported to the HKMA and is linked from the HKMA website. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS messages 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 (including via embedded hyperlinks). It advised anyone who has provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through or in response to the website to contact Dah Sing 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 2025-01-08
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues alert on fraudulent website linked to Dah Sing Bank
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued an alert about a fraudulent website linked to Dah Sing Bank, Limited. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send messages with hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information via phone, email, or SMS. Individuals who have interacted with the fraudulent site are advised to contact Dah Sing Bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.