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TikTok, cybersecurity experts warn of scam tactics in year-end season

Online fraud usually spikes during the year-end shopping season, with sophisticated tactics such as deepfakes and brand impersonation.

Critical security holes found in Samsung, Pixel phones: Update by Dec 23

CISA has warned federal employees and the public to urgently patch Samsung and Pixel phones or risk remote attacks.

Kaspersky, FBI highlight AI-powered phishing as holiday frauds spike

Cybercriminals are targeting inboxes with AI-powered scams and fake discounts during the peak shopping season, the FBI warns.

Cybersecurity certificate to become mandatory for corporate leaders in Vietnam

Vietnam's draft cybersecurity law 2025 requires agency and company heads to hold cybersecurity management certification.

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.

Vietnam’s new cybersecurity law makes history with legal data security framework

The Cybersecurity Law 2025 introduces “data security” for the first time, reinforcing safety in the digital economy.

Vietnamese students win top prizes at ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025

Vietnamese university students delivered an exceptional performance at the ASEAN Cyber Shield 2025, winning three out of the top prizes at the prestigious regional cybersecurity competition.

Vietnam seeks unified cybersecurity law to enhance digital protection

Experts support merging Vietnam's two key cybersecurity laws to streamline legal frameworks and better protect national digital infrastructure.

Vietnam pushes for cybersecurity autonomy to safeguard its digital sovereignty

Cybersecurity autonomy is emerging as Vietnam's top priority in the digital age, as the country aims to reduce dependence on foreign technologies and protect its critical infrastructure and citizen data.

Cloudflare outage takes down ChatGPT, major global sites, and VN platforms

Millions worldwide - and in Vietnam - lost access to major platforms as Cloudflare's global network crashed on November 18.

Why Vietnamese firms prefer foreign cybersecurity products

Fear of blame and a lingering foreign-favoring mindset lead many organizations to overlook local cybersecurity solutions.

Vietnam needs 700,000 cybersecurity professionals to meet rising threats

A senior NCA official stresses that people - not just technology - must stand at the heart of cyber defense.

Protect your data as online scams can lead to huge losses: cybersecurity expert

In an era where the internet penetrates every corner of life, cybersecurity expert Ngo Minh Hieu, director of Chong Lua Dao, warns: “The more we interact online, the higher the risk of being attacked.”

CMC’s cybersecurity ecosystem launches at landmark UN cybercrime convention

Following the signing of the UN Cybercrime Convention, CMC launches a full-stack security ecosystem to safeguard Vietnam’s data sovereignty.

CMC Telecom wins 8 international cybersecurity awards in 2025

Vietnam’s CMC Telecom swept eight major categories at the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards 2025, marking a global breakthrough in cybersecurity innovation.

Vietnam spreads Hanoi Convention spirit, acts for safer cyberspace

Online scams, deception, and manipulation are becoming an “underlying storm” threatening cybersecurity and social well-being in Vietnam, causing severe damage not only financially but also to people’s mental health.

The silent war: When virtual attacks inflict real-world devastation

As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, cyberspace has become vital to the economy and society — but also a high-risk arena for data theft, fraud, ransomware, and infrastructure attacks.

Cambridge researcher highlights Vietnam’s responsible role in cybersecurity

The Hanoi Convention is highly symbolic as it positions Vietnam as a trusted bridge between developed and developing countries, promoting dialogue grounded in equality, respect for sovereignty, and mutual benefit.

Vietnamese students win ASEAN cybersecurity title at Cyber SEA Game 2025

Vietnam’s student team KMA.BlueLight claimed first prize at Cyber SEA Game 2025, securing a spot at the International Cybersecurity Challenge in Japan this November.

Vietnam Airlines advises Lotusmiles users to change passwords after data leak

A global data breach via Salesforce has exposed customer information from Vietnam Airlines and other major firms.