The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a cautionary statement alerting the public about fraudulent websites impersonating DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, according to an official press release from the HKMA.

Details of the Fraudulent Activity

The HKMA has reported that these fraudulent websites have been brought to their attention by DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The websites in question are designed to deceive users into providing sensitive personal information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords (OTPs).

HKMA’s Advisory

The HKMA emphasizes that legitimate banks will never send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing users to the banks’ websites for transactions. They also reiterate that banks will not request sensitive personal information over the phone, through email, or via SMS, including any embedded hyperlinks.

Steps for Affected Individuals

Individuals who have inadvertently provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through these fraudulent websites are urged to contact DBS Bank using the contact details provided in the press release. Additionally, affected parties should report the incident to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre at 2860 5012.

For more information, the official press release can be accessed on the HKMA website.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority
30 August 2024

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