Scammers using fake websites, malicious apps to impersonate BNM

6 Nov 2026, 7:28 AM
Scammers using fake websites, malicious apps to impersonate BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 — The public has been warned about scammers impersonating Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) through fake websites and malicious applications to steal personal and banking information.

In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) account today, it said: "A website may look official, but that doesn’t mean it’s genuine.

"Beware of scammers impersonating BNM through fake websites and malicious apps to steal your personal and banking information," BNM said.

The central bank urged the public to remain vigilant and verify suspicious information through its official verification portal.

"Stay alert! Verify suspicious information at bnm.gov.my/verify," it said.

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