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Authorities warn of cyberattack targeting accommodation facilities

The alert follows a rise in cases where hackers have used phishing techniques to impersonate emails from popular booking platforms such as Booking.com and Expedia, amid forecasts of surging room reservations ahead of the New Year and Tet holidays.

Vietnam leads Southeast Asia in spyware attacks in 2025

Vietnam recorded the highest number of spyware attacks in Southeast Asia during the first half of 2025, with a total of 191,976 incidents targeting local organizations, according to a newly released report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky.

Cyberattacks in Vietnam surge sharply in Q3/2025

In the third quarter 2025, Vietnam recorded over 6.5 million stolen personal accounts, nearly 4,000 phishing domains, and more than 547,000 DDoS attacks, with many incidents supported by AI, according to Viettel Cyber Security.

Over 300,000 exploit attacks target Vietnamese businesses in H1 2025

Vietnam ranked second in Southeast Asia for the number of exploit-based cyberattacks during the first half of 2025, trailing only Indonesia, according to a newly released report from Kaspersky.

AI-powered cyberattacks compromise 8.5 million accounts in Vietnam

CIO CSO Summit 2025 reveals deepfake, phishing, and AI malware are overwhelming cybersecurity defenses in Vietnam.

False claims of 'data leaks' circulate after CIC hack

Taking advantage of the high public interest in the incident at the National Credit Information Center (CIC), many bad actors have released a series of fake information about 'data leaks' at other agencies and organizations.

Cyberattack targets another media agency in Vietnam

The Ministry of Public Security warns of increasing threats as media agencies face cybersecurity breaches.

Vietnam’s top news agencies hit by cyberattacks, data stolen

Hackers gain access to editorial systems, threatening news integrity and safety.

Urgent action needed as over 650,000 cyberattacks hit Vietnam in 2024

Experts warn of rising cyber threats as a case reveals hackers embedded themselves long-term before launching attacks.

CMC Group hit by ransomware attack, authorities launch investigation

CMC Group has confirmed it was targeted in a ransomware attack, with services now fully restored and operating normally, the company said as authorities begin an official investigation.

CMC confirms ransomware attack, says core services remain safe

CMC says core systems secure as ransomware threat escalates in Vietnam.

APT and ransomware attacks continue to plague Vietnam’s IT systems

Over 155,600 computers were affected in 2024, with companies losing millions due to cyberattacks.

Vietnam braces for intensified cyber threats targeting IoT and blockchain

As IoT devices and blockchain networks proliferate, hackers are targeting their vulnerabilities, leading to heightened financial and data security risks.

Vietnam warns of cybersecurity risks from 23 new Microsoft vulnerabilities

The Information Security Authority has identified 23 high-risk vulnerabilities in Microsoft products, warning of potential cybersecurity threats to organizations across Vietnam.

Nearly half of Vietnamese organizations targeted by cyberattacks in 2024

A recent report from the National Cybersecurity Association (NCA) reveals that 46.15% of surveyed Vietnamese organizations and businesses experienced at least one cyberattack in 2024, underscoring the growing need for robust cybersecurity measures.

Number of cyberattacks in Vietnam fall by 57%: report

The number of cyberattacks on information systems in Vietnam, causing breakdowns in the last 10 months, was 4,483, a decrease of 57.4 percent compared with the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC).

Amazon impersonation scam preys on Vietnamese consumers

Recent scams in Vietnam’s digital space have involved fraudulent use of Amazon’s name to deceive users, prompting government agencies to issue warnings for public protection.

Vietnam sees sharp decline in cyber attacks as awareness of security rises

Cyber attacks on Vietnam’s information systems have dropped by 57.4% in the first ten months of 2024, according to the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC), reflecting increased cybersecurity awareness among Vietnamese organizations.

Authorities alert digital marketing professionals to rising cyberattack threat

The VN Cybersecurity Emergency Response Center has issued a warning about a new cyberattack campaign targeting digital marketers, urging companies to prioritize information security training for their staff, especially those in digital marketing.

International CERTs collaborate in Vietnam to combat AI-enabled cyberattacks

Nearly 450 technical staff from Vietnam are participating in the exercise alongside 17 international teams.