The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a public scam alert, pointing to bank notices on fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams reported to the HKMA. The alert covers incidents linked to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited reported phishing instant messages, while Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited reported fraudulent websites and internet banking login screens. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to banks’ websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive information such as login passwords or one-time passwords by phone, email or SMS, including through embedded hyperlinks. Anyone who provided personal information or conducted financial transactions in response to these scams was advised to contact the relevant bank and report the matter to the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2025-09-09
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on phishing messages and fraudulent banking websites
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert about fraudulent activities involving The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. It highlights phishing messages, fake websites, and fraudulent banking login screens. The HKMA advises the public to avoid sharing sensitive information via SMS, email, or phone and to report incidents to the respective bank and the Hong Kong Police Force.