HKMA Alerts Public on Fraudulent Public Finance Limited Website and Social Media Account
Iris Coleman Sep 19, 2024 07:28
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) warns the public about fraudulent websites and social media accounts impersonating Public Finance Limited.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a warning to the public regarding a fraudulent website and social media account impersonating Public Finance Limited. This alert follows a press release by Public Finance Limited, which reported the fraudulent activities to the HKMA.
Details of the Fraudulent Activities
According to the HKMA, the fraudulent website and social media account have been designed to deceive users into believing they are interacting with the legitimate Public Finance Limited. The press release can be accessed via a hyperlink on the HKMA website.
HKMA's Advisory to the Public
The HKMA emphasizes that banks will not send SMS or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing customers to their websites to perform transactions. Members of the public are advised to be vigilant and refrain from providing sensitive personal information, such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords (OTPs), via phone, email, or SMS, especially if these communications include embedded hyperlinks.
Steps to Take if Affected
Individuals who have provided personal information or conducted financial transactions through the fraudulent website or social media account are urged to contact Public Finance Limited immediately, using the contact details 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 reminder for the public to remain cautious and to verify the authenticity of communications purportedly from financial institutions.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
19 September 2024
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