These pieces of news have quickly spread on social media, forums, and online exchange groups, targeting important sectors such as energy, banking, transportation and delivery services.

After conducting quick checks and verifications with relevant parties, especially examining the structure of information fields and sample data, the National Cybersecurity Association has determined that these are fake news items with no factual evidence.

More concerning is that some users, lacking vigilance, continue to share and comment on this content, further amplifying information chaos and complicating verification and handling efforts.

Vu Ngoc Son, Head of the Technology Division at the National Cybersecurity Association, said: "Fake news about data leaks at this time is causing relevant agencies and organizations to expend significant effort on checks and verifications, leading to wasted resources."

Fake news on cyberspace involves deliberate activities aimed at undermining the reputation of organizations, causing public panic, and potentially leading to cyber fraud behaviors.

The spread of fake news not only causes immediate impacts but also leaves long-term consequences, affecting digital trust, exposing businesses and users to fraud risks, and destabilizing the business and social environment.

The national cybersecurity association calls on internet users to contribute to building a safe and healthy online environment by rejecting fake news.

Do not share or spread unverified information from unofficial sources. Always verify information through official media channels before trusting or sharing it.

Be cautious of scams that may arise, especially those exploiting fake news for personal gain.

The National Cyber Emergency Response Center (VNCERT), under the National Cybersecurity Center and the Department of Cybersecurity and High-tech crime Prevention (A05), reported that since September 10, VNCERT has been cooperating with relevant units to investigate, verify, collect data, and gather evidence for legal processing.

Initial findings showed that the illegally obtained data from the CIC does not include deposit account numbers, credit card numbers, security codes (CVV/CVC), or customers' payment transaction histories.

Meanwhile, the information systems of credit institutions operate independently, meaning their service delivery remains uninterrupted, safe, and stable. Customers are not affected by this incident.

VNCERT recommends that customers follow guidance from official financial institutions and do not need to close or freeze bank accounts or credit cards.

People should not trust, comment on, or share misinformation, distortions, or fabrications online related to this incident. They should regularly follow official updates from competent authorities.

They have been asked not to provide deposit accounts, payment accounts, savings books, debit card numbers, credit card numbers, security codes (CVV/CVC), or passwords to anyone, even those claiming to be from official agencies.

VNCERT affirms that any act of creating, spreading, sharing, or commenting on false, distorted, or fabricated content that incites harmful behavior related to this incident may be subject to administrative fines ranging from VND10,000,000 to VND20,000,000.

Thai Khang