Hong Kong Monetary Authority Warns of Fraudulent Websites and Phishing Emails

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The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning to the public about fraudulent websites and phishing emails related to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. The scam involves fake websites and emails that are designed to trick people into revealing their sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Password. The HKMA advises the public to be cautious and reminds them that banks will not ask for personal information through phone, email, or SMS, including through embedded hyperlinks.

Key Takeaways:

  • 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 scam involves fake websites and emails that aim to trick people into revealing sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Password.
  • The HKMA warns that banks will not send SMS or e-mails with embedded hyperlinks to direct customers to their websites to carry out transactions.
  • The authority reminds the public that banks will not ask customers for sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Password, by phone, email, or SMS.
  • Anyone who has provided their personal information or conducted financial transactions on the concerned websites or emails should contact the bank using the contact information provided and report the matter to the Police.
  • The Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of the Hong Kong Police Force can be contacted at 2860 5012.

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  • "TheHongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited" - Press Release (no specific date mentioned)
  • Hong Kong Monetary Authority - Official Website (no specific date mentioned)
  • Web Newswire - Article (no specific date mentioned)
  • HT Digital Content Services - Article (no specific date mentioned)