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2026-3-4
Event
HKIB Cybersecurity Solutions Day 2026
Organised by The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers
2025-12-5 to
2026-2-6
Event
HKCERT Capture the Flag Challenge 2025
Organised by Digital Policy Office / Hong Kong Productivity Council / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT)
2026-1-23
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-18): Multiple Vulnerabilities in F5 Products
F5 has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in F5 Products.
2026-1-23
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-22
Event
“Building a Multi-Layered Defense System for SMEs” Cybersecurity Seminar & Solutions Hub
Organised by Digital Policy Office / Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT)
2026-1-22
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-17): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in several Cisco devices and software.
2026-1-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - HKICL alerts public of fraudulent website
The Hong Kong Interbank Clearing Limited (HKICL) has recently noted a fraudulent website at https://www.fpshk[.]lat purported to be from the HKICL. The fraudulent website intends to trick user into giving away login credentials and directs user to WhatsApp chats with the fraudster impersonating as customer service personnel.
2026-1-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-22
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - HKPF urges public to stay vigilant against phishing SMS messages and fake "eTraffic Ticket Platform" websites (with photo)
The Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) today (January 22) urges members of the public to stay vigilant and beware of fraudulent electronic traffic ticket SMS messages purportedly issued by the "eTraffic Ticket Platform" (the Platform).
2026-1-21
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-16): Vulnerability in Google Chrome
Google released a security update to address a vulnerability in Google Chrome.
2026-1-21
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-15): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Oracle Java and Oracle Products (Jan 2026)
Oracle has released the Critical Patch Update (CPU) Advisory with collections of patches for multiple security vulnerabilities found in Java SE and various Oracle products.
2026-1-21
Security Related News
LCQ11: Impact of social media on children and adolescents
Following is a question by the Hon Tang Fei and a written reply by the Secretary for Health, Professor Lo Chung-mau, in the Legislative Council today (January 21).
2026-1-20
Event
Cybersecurity Symposium
Organised by Digital Policy Office / Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited
2026-1-20
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-20
Security Related News
Digital Policy Office holds annual Cybersecurity Symposium (with photos)
The Cybersecurity Symposium convened today (January 20). The Symposium was co-organised by the Digital Policy Office (DPO) and the Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited, with the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of the Hong Kong Police Force and the Hong Kong Cybersecurity Professional Association being the strategic partners.
2026-1-20
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - HKMA warns public of fraudulent social media accounts impersonating HKMA and its Chief Executive
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) today (January 20) urged members of the public to be vigilant against fraudulent social media accounts impersonating the HKMA and its Chief Executive, Mr Eddie Yue.
2026-1-20
Security Related News
創新科技及工業局局長出席網絡安全技術論壇致辭全文 (Chinese only) (with photos)
以下是創新科技及工業局局長孫東教授今日(一月二十日)在網絡安全技術論壇的致辭全文。(Chinese only)
2026-1-19
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-14): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge.
2026-1-19
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-13): Vulnerability in F5 F5OS
F5 has published a security advisory to address a vulnerability in F5 F5OS
2026-1-19
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-16
Event
ISO 42001 Mastery: Transform Your AI from Risky to Trusted
Organised by Professional Information Security Association
2026-1-16
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-12): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in several Cisco devices and software.
2026-1-16
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-11): Multiple Vulnerabilities in F5 Products
F5 has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in F5 products.
2026-1-16
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-15
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-10): Vulnerability in Palo Alto Products
Palo Alto has published a security advisory to address the vulnerability in PAN-OS.
2026-1-15
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-09): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Juniper Networks Products
Juniper Networks has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in Junos OS, Junos OS Evolved, Junos Space, Paragon Automation and Policy Enforcer.
2026-1-15
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Hospital Authority urges public to stay vigilant to fraudulent website
The spokesperson for the Hospital Authority (HA) today (January 15) alerted members of the public to remain vigilant against a fraudulent website posing as the "Hospital Authority Medical Certificate Verification Website".
2026-1-15
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-15
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Hongkong Post alerts public to fraudulent job advertisement
​Hongkong Post today (January 15) appealed to members of the public to stay alert to a fraudulent job advertisement published on a recruitment website.
2026-1-15
Security Related News
The PCPD Expresses Concern over AI Chatbot Grok Being Used to Generate Indecent Content and Reminds the Public to Use AI Safely
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) noted that artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok can be used to generate indecent or malicious photos and videos. This issue has raised concerns in various jurisdictions. The PCPD is also concerned about the matter and is proactively contacting the relevant organisation to understand the situation.
2026-1-14
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-08): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Firefox
Mozilla has published the advisories (MFSA2026-01, MFSA2026-02 and MFSA2026-03) to address multiple vulnerabilities in Firefox.
2026-1-14
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-07): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Google Chrome
Google released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities in Google Chrome.
2026-1-14
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-06): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Fortinet Products
Fortinet released security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in Fortinet systems.
2026-1-14
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-05): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products (January 2026)
Microsoft has released security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities which affect several Microsoft products or components.
2026-1-14
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-13
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-12
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-04): Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft has released a security update to address a vulnerability in Microsoft Edge.
2026-1-12
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-9
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-9
Security Related News
Government welcomes publication of report on Cyber-dependent Crimes by LRC
A spokesperson for the Security Bureau said today (January 9) that the Government welcomed the publication of the Report on Cyber-Dependent Crimes and Jurisdictional Issues by the Cybercrime Sub-committee of the Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong (LRC). The report seeks to further improve the existing legislation to meet the challenges to public order arising from advancements in information technology.
2026-1-9
Security Related News
LRC issues report on Cyber-Dependent Crimes and Jurisdictional Issues (with photo/video)
The Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong (LRC) today (January 9) published a report on Cyber-Dependent Crimes and Jurisdictional Issues, recommending the introduction of a new piece of bespoke legislation on cybercrime to cover five types of cyber-dependent crimes, i.e. crimes that can be committed only through the use of information and communications technology devices, where such devices are both the tool for committing the crimes and the target of the crimes.
2026-1-8
Security Alert and Advisory
High Threat Security Alert (A26-01-03): Multiple Vulnerabilities in Cisco Products
Cisco has released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities in several Cisco products or components.
2026-1-8
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-8
Security Related News
A 46-year-old Male Arrested for Suspected Doxxing of a Person Engaged in Cross-boundary Vehicle Business
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) today arrested a Chinese male aged 46 in the New Territories. The arrested person was suspected to have disclosed the personal data of the data subject without his consent, in contravention of section 64(3A) of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).
2025-12-16 to
2026-1-7
Event
「守網聯盟」校際錦標賽 2026 (Chinese Only)
Organised by Education Bureau / Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB) of the Hong Kong Police (HKP) / Digital Policy Office / Association of I.T. Leaders in Education
2026-1-7
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-02): Vulnerability in Google Chrome
Google released a security update to address a vulnerability in Google Chrome.
2026-1-7
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - WSD urges public to be alert to fraudulent SMS messages
The Water Supplies Department (WSD) today (January 7) alerted the public to fraudulent SMS messages purportedly issued by the department.
2026-1-7
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-5
Security Alert and Advisory
Security Alert (A26-01-01): Multiple Vulnerabilities in QNAP Products
QNAP has published security advisories to address multiple vulnerabilities in QNAP products.
2026-1-5
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-2
Phishing Attack
Phishing Attack - Scam alert related to banks
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) wishes to alert members of the public to the press release issued by the bank listed below relating to fraudulent websites, internet banking login screens, phishing emails or other scams, which has been reported to the HKMA.
2026-1-1
Security Related News
Appointments of members of Appeal Panel under Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Ordinance
The Government announced today (January 1) that the Chief Executive, in accordance with the Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Ordinance (Cap. 653) (the Ordinance), appointed the following persons as members of the Appeal Panel established under the Ordinance for a term of two years from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027.
2026-1-1
Security Related News
Appointment of Commissioner of Critical Infrastructure (Computer-system Security) announced (with photo)
The Government announced today (January 1) that following an open recruitment exercise, Mr Francis Chan Wing-on will take up the appointment as the Commissioner of Critical Infrastructure (Computer-system Security) for a three-year term with effect from today. The appointment is made by the Chief Executive in accordance with the Protection of Critical Infrastructures (Computer Systems) Ordinance (Cap. 653) (the Ordinance).