HKMA reminds public to beware of fraudulent website scam involving Chong Hing Bank

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority urges the public to stay vigilant, noting that Chong Hing Bank has issued a press release regarding the fraudulent website and online banking login screen, with the hyperlink uploaded to the HKMA website. The HKMA reminds that banks will not request customers to provide sensitive information such as login passwords via hyperlinks in SMS or emails, and those who have provided personal information should contact their bank and report the case to the Information Centre of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Hong Kong Police Force by calling 2860 5012.