Vietnam faces highest cyberattacks in SEA, with finance sector hit every 57 seconds
Vietnam recorded approximately 552,000 cyberattacks across 2025, with more than 41% directed at banking, securities, and insurance institutions.
Cisco Study: 50% of Vietnamese firms confident in detecting and countering AI intrusions
In terms of cross-functional alignment, only 41% of organizations globally report close integration—sharing tools and unified data—between IT and cybersecurity teams. In Vietnam, that figure is substantially higher, reaching 80%.
Specialized cybersecurity personnel to receive up to 300% salary allowance
Under a new decree from the Government , the specialized cybersecurity force is defined as the "core force," stationed within the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of National Defense...
PM orders establishment of National AI Security Framework
The Ministry of Public Security is also tasked with researching and developing a National AI Security Framework and specialized AI security capabilities by 2027, as well as issuing temporary guidelines on the safe use of AI within state agencies by the end of 2026.
FPT partners with OpenAI to tap into the $240 bln cybersecurity market
AI is not only driving a new wave of investment but also reshaping the demands of the cybersecurity market.
BSides Hanoi returns with theme ‘No Human’
BSides Hanoi 2026 has selected "No Human" to provide a fresh perspective on the profound and growing impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the digital security landscape.
Vietnam aims to have 3 cybersecurity firms in the world’s top 50 by 2045
Looking toward 2030, Vietnam aims to break into the top 15 nations globally, in terms of cybersecurity Index.
Cyberattack damage far exceeds traditional crime losses
According to data from the Ministry of Public Security, online fraud in Vietnam resulted in estimated losses of over VND8 trillion (over $304 million) in 2025.
PM approves implementation plan for Law on Cybersecurity
The Ministry of Public Security is tasked with presiding over the drafting of a Prime Ministerial Decision to issue the List of Critical National Security Information Systems, to be promulgated before December 31.
Over 50% of agencies and businesses hit by cyberattacks in 2025
Despite the growing complexity of threats, 2025 also saw positive shifts in cybersecurity awareness.
Developing a national financial security strategy amid digital transformation
A seminar focused on key solutions to fortify digital defense systems, ensuring sustainable growth and global integration.
Police forces from 34 localities join national cybersecurity drill 2025
The exercise serves as a critical test of the nation’s defensive capabilities. It aims to enhance incident response skills at a time when cyberspace is becoming an increasingly dangerous and volatile front.
$7,600 cybersecurity fine deemed too low to serve as deterrent
Vietnam currently ranks among the countries facing the highest number of cyberattacks in the region.
Vietnam among high-risk nations targeted by Adobe's 'Session Reaper' vulnerability
In Vietnam, many e-commerce platforms, including hundreds of well-known brands in retail, fashion, and technology, rely on Magento, making them particularly vulnerable.