The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued an alert regarding a fraudulent website and social media page associated with DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, according to the HKMA. This warning aims to protect the public from potential scams and phishing attempts.

Details of the Fraudulent Activity

The HKMA’s alert, based on a press release from DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, highlights that the fraudulent website and social media page have been reported to the HKMA. The authority provides a hyperlink to the press release on the HKMA website.

The HKMA emphasizes that legitimate banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites for transactions. Banks will also never ask for sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords (OTP), via phone, email, or SMS (including through embedded hyperlinks).

Action for Affected Individuals

Individuals who have shared personal information or conducted financial transactions through the fraudulent website or social media page are advised to contact DBS Bank using the information provided in the press release. Additionally, they should report the incident to the Hong Kong Police Force’s Crime Wing Information Centre at 2860 5012.

This alert serves as a crucial reminder to the public to remain vigilant against online fraud and to verify the authenticity of communications purportedly from financial institutions.

Hong Kong Monetary Authority
12 August 2024

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