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Vietnam proposes five-tier data security risk framework in new draft law

Vietnam is drafting a Data Security Law that would introduce five risk levels, tighten safeguards for sensitive data and AI systems, and regulate cross-border data transfers while seeking to minimize compliance burdens on businesses.

Digital identities emerge as hackers' leading entry point, Microsoft warns

More than 73% of initial cyber intrusions exploit user behavior, legitimate accounts or phishing tactics, according to Microsoft's latest security report, which ranks Vietnam among the countries frequently affected by cyber threats.

Vietnam cybersecurity authorities urge calm over two critical PHP flaws

Vietnamese cybersecurity authorities have urged businesses to patch two critical PHP vulnerabilities, each rated 9.2 out of 10 in severity, while reassuring users there is no need for excessive alarm.

Vietnam's banks process $46 billion daily as cyber threats intensify

Vietnam's banking system handles around 100 million payment transactions worth $46 billion every day, putting growing pressure on banks to strengthen cybersecurity, detect fraud and maintain trust as digital banking expands.

Vietnamese engineer's firm finds security flaw threatening millions of websites

US-based cybersecurity firm Calif, led by a Vietnamese engineer, has used advanced AI models to uncover a critical vulnerability in PHP, a programming language powering roughly 70% of websites worldwide.

Global internet faces a wave of critical cybersecurity incidents

A series of major cybersecurity incidents, from critical PHP and Node.js vulnerabilities to malware infiltrating LiteLLM, has intensified pressure on security teams worldwide.

Vietnam tightens rules on fake news, allowing criminal referrals from Oct. 5

A new Vietnamese decree sets out how authorities must verify and handle false information, including transferring cases to investigators when signs of a criminal offense emerge.

Major hospitals hit by cyberattacks, patient data sold on hacker forums

In recent days, numerous hospitals have faced cyberattacks that have disrupted operations and led to data leaks, compromising privacy and endangering patients’ lives.

Vietnam hospital, press agencies seek help as hackers threaten data leaks

A hospital in Vietnam recently sought assistance after being targeted by hackers who threatened to publicly expose patient data and medical records on the internet.