HKMA Urges Public to Note Fraudulent Websites and Phishing Email Scam Notices Issued by Six Banks

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay alert and note that Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank, Chong Hing Bank, Chiyu Banking Corporation, OCBC Bank (Hong Kong) and HSBC have issued press releases on scams involving fraudulent websites and online banking login screens. The HKMA reminds the public that banks will not use SMS or email hyperlinks to direct customers to websites for transactions, nor will they ask for login passwords and one-time passwords. Those who have provided personal information or conducted transactions should contact the relevant bank and report to the police on 2860 5012.