Website and Internet Banking Login Screen Alert – Fraudulent Website and Internet Banking Login Screen related to Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning about a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen reported by the Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA emphasizes that banks do not send hyperlinks via SMS or emails for transactions and do not request sensitive personal information through phone calls, emails, or SMS. Individuals who have shared their personal information or conducted financial transactions through the suspicious platforms should contact the bank using the provided contact details and report the incident to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre at 2860 5012. In summary, the HKMA has alerted the public to a press release from the Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited regarding a fraudulent website and internet banking login screen. The HKMA reminds individuals about the non-existence of hyperlink communication from banks for transactions and the banks’ policy of not soliciting sensitive personal information. Those affected are advised to contact the bank using the provided contact information and report the incident to the Hong Kong Police Force. Resources: https://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/news-and-media/press-releases/2024/04/20240415-3/