Saifuddin’s office said it has reported the matter to the authorities.

“We would like to remind the public to be wary of calls or messages from those claiming to be Saifuddin, especially if it involves money or to set up a meeting,” it said in a statement.

The office said it regretted the actions of the hackers, and hoped that the public would not be easily duped by such calls or messages.

“We would also like to advise the public to be aware of scammers on social media and report these hackers to the authorities,” it said.