On September 15, the Ministry of Public Security issued a warning against false information circulating about an alleged cybersecurity incident at the National Credit Information Center (CIC). Authorities confirmed that claims suggesting the incident affected multiple sectors, including energy, banking, and transportation, are entirely baseless.

According to the ministry, certain individuals have exploited public concern over the CIC incident to spread rumors of broader data breaches at various agencies and organizations. These rumors have rapidly gone viral on social media platforms and online forums, causing confusion and distorting public understanding.

After verifying with relevant agencies and conducting a technical analysis of sample data, the National Cybersecurity Association concluded that the circulating information is entirely fabricated. Vu Ngoc Son, Head of Technology at the association, emphasized, “These fake news reports have forced organizations to expend considerable effort verifying the claims, leading to a waste of resources.”

Experts warn that spreading false information about data leaks not only damages institutional credibility and erodes digital trust, but also creates opportunities for cyber fraud. The National Cybersecurity Association urges the public to remain vigilant, rely solely on official sources, and fact-check before sharing any information online.

Previously, on September 11, the Vietnam Cybersecurity Emergency Response Center (VNCERT) reported a cybersecurity breach at CIC. Preliminary investigations suggest signs of cybercriminal activity aimed at stealing personal data. The exact amount of compromised data is still being assessed.

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