HKMA Warns Public of Phishing Scams via Frauds Websites and Emails

Strategic Insights -

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has alerted the public to a press release issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited regarding fraudulent websites and phishing emails. The release advises citizens to remain vigilant and not to fall victim to scams that involve sending sensitive personal information over SMS, email, or phone. According to the HKMA, banks will never ask customers to conduct transactions or provide personal details through embedded hyperlinks or unverified emails.

Key Takeaways:

  • The HKMA has warned the public about a recent phishing scam involving fraudulent websites and emails.
  • The scam directs customers to provide sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords, through SMS, email, or phone.
  • Banks will never ask customers to conduct transactions or provide personal details through embedded hyperlinks or unverified emails.
  • The HKMA advises anyone who has provided personal information or conducted transactions through the scam websites or emails to contact the bank using the provided contact information and report the matter to the Hong Kong Police Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau.
  • The Police Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau's contact number is 2860 5012.

Statistics:

  • 0: The exact number of people affected by the phishing scam is not specified in the press release.
  • 0: The total amount of money lost to the scam is not provided in the source material.
  • No specific date was provided for the scam.

Sources:

  • Hong Kong SAR Government
  • The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (press release)
  • Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)