Don't fall prey to online banking scams

Malaysia Sun
Saturday 19th February, 2011
(Source:The Star)

PETALING JAYA:Internet users must ensure they install all necessary updates and use a reputable anti-virus software so they dont fall prey to online banking scams.

HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad general manager for personal financial services, Lim Eng Seong, said the number of Malaysians opting for online banking was increasing.

Most banks offer safety advice on the login page of their e-banking websites to warn users about the existence of such scams, he said.

Whenever there is a report of a scam, the bank immediately contacts Cyber Security Malaysias Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) to remove the phishing website.

For phishing websites operating from outside the country, we seek the assistance of the countrys local CERT team to shut down the website, he said.

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