Comrade Nguyen Van Nen visits and works with the Government Cipher Commission

Sat, 19 Aug 2017 17:46:00 GMT

Promoting application of civil cryptography products for economic-social development

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 09:20:00 GMT

Promoting application of civil cryptography products for economic-social development

Vietnam tops ASEAN in cloud computing expenditure growth

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 16:45:00 GMT

Vietnam’s spending on cloud computing recorded the fastest rate among ASEAN countries during the 2010-2016 period, according to a professor from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.

Honeywell acquires industrial cyber security firm Nextnine

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:40:00 GMT

Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced signing a definitive agreement to purchase Nextnine, a privately held provider of security management solutions and technologies for industrial cyber security.

WannaCry still a threat in Vietnam

Tue, 23 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

HCM City Department of Information and Communication has reported that computers at some agencies are still infected with WannaCry ransomware.

CMC launches anti-malware software

Sat, 20 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

Viet Nam-based technology corporation CMC on May 19 released its anti-data encryption software CMC CryptoShield, which offers protection from ransomware.

Deputy Minister Nguyen Minh Hong receives Vice President of the US-ASEAN Business Council

Thu, 18 May 2017 15:55:00 GMT

On May 17, Deputy Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Minh Hong met with Mr. Michael Michalak, Senior Vice President of US-ASEAN Business Council.

Southern Centrally-run unification Cipher Department receives ‘Hero of the People’s Armed Forces’ title

Thu, 18 May 2017 09:20:00 GMT

Southern Centrally-run unification Cipher Department receives ‘Hero of the People’s Armed Forces’ title

Network operators to block spam

Wed, 17 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

Five Vietnamese mobile telecommunication enterprises have signed a commitment to stop spam messages.

Vietnam keeps eyes peeled for WannaCry ransomware

Tue, 16 May 2017 15:25:00 GMT

Vietnam keeps eyes peeled for WannaCry ransomware

Bkav issues device against dangerous virus WannaCry gratis

Tue, 16 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

Bkav Corporation, the largest internet security firm in Vietnam, yesterday gratis issued a device named Wanna Crypt0r to check WannaCry ransomware – which has been wreaking havoc across the world.

Gov’t issues warnings against WannaCry ransomware

Tue, 16 May 2017 11:55:00 GMT

The spread of WannaCry ransomware has been wreaking havoc across the world since May 12, and several Vietnamese businesses and agencies are advised to take cautions.

PM directs 4th Industrial Revolution preparations

Mon, 08 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has ordered all central agencies and local administrations nationwide to make plans for optimum usage of all advantages offered by the 4th Industrial Revolution.

Seminar talks IPv6’s importance to Internet of Things

Mon, 08 May 2017 11:10:00 GMT

A thematic seminar on the close linkage between IPv6 (Internet Protocol version 6) and the Internet of Things (IoT) industry took place in Hanoi on May 5.

Vietnamese smartphone app launched to facilitate consumers

Sun, 07 May 2017 12:20:00 GMT

A new mobile application aimed at facilitating consumers in accumulating points as a replacement for the loyalty-card system was launched by Smart Think Technology Co., Ltd on May 6.

Vietnamese experts warn of cyber threats after NSA hacking ‘toolkit’ published

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 09:40:00 GMT

The leaked set of NSA hacking tools can be used against most Windows operating systems, they say.

Information minister outlines cyber information safety management

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:10:00 GMT

Minister of Information and Communications Truong Minh Tuan clearly outlined State management in cyber information safety and social media during a question-and-answer session as part of the National Assembly Standing Committee’s ninth session in Hanoi on April 18.

VN wants its own social networks

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 13:25:00 GMT

The Government is encouraging made-in-Viet Nam internet platforms to replace international giants like Google and Facebook as part of its long-term efforts to strengthen cyber security, the communications minister said yesterday.

MB receives ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certificate

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 11:55:00 GMT

The British Standards Institution (BIS) handed over the Certificate of Information Security Management System - ISO/IEC 27001:2013 to the Military Commercial Joint Stock Bank (MB) in acknowledgement of its effective activities of providing, developing, operating and maintaining information technology services.

Ensuring Information and cyber security in the 4th Industrial Revolution

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 15:25:00 GMT

Ensuring Information and cyber security in the 4th Industrial Revolution

CISCO helps Vietnamese firms in digital transformation

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 13:05:00 GMT

K K Lee, director of System Engineering of CISCO, shares ideas to help business discover the latest trends and technologies, as well as solutions for digital transformation.

Cyber security in fourth industrial revolution urged

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 10:10:00 GMT

The fourth industrial revolution which developed science and technology created a great opportunity for Việt Nam but also posed an immense threat to cyber security, heard a security conference.

More space needed for white-hat hackers

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 15:25:00 GMT

More space needed for white-hat hackers

Samsung introduces VND8.5 billion Talent Programme 2017

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 12:20:00 GMT

Samsung Viet Nam officially introduced Samsung Talent Programme 2017, (STP) on a larger scale and with a higher value of VND8.5 billion (US$379,000) compared with the previous years.

Vietnam joins international cyber security drill

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 10:40:00 GMT

The Vietnam Computer Emergency Response Team (VNCERT) on March 22 participated in an annual cyber security drill held by the Asia Pacific Computer Emergency Response Team (APCERT).

Vietnamese, Israeli Presidents hold talks

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 09:05:00 GMT

President Tran Dai Quang and his Israeli counterpart Reuven Ruvi Rivlin expressed their determination to step up wide-ranging ties, especially in the fields of economics and technology, during their talks in Hanoi on March 20.

IT job demand continues to boom

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 21:55:00 GMT

IT job demand continues to boom

Teen hackers fined for attack on Vietnam’s airport websites

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 15:25:00 GMT

The Ministry of Public Security said the hackers launched their attacks because they were eager to explore new things and wanted to show off for the hacker community.

Saigon airport’s website hacked, no damage reported

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 15:25:00 GMT

The website has resumed operations after the overnight attack, which aviation officials believe was only meant as a security alert.

Vietnam’s high demand for IT professionals shoots up salaries

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 09:40:00 GMT

The country could become one of the next outsourcing hubs for software development, industry players said.

Non-cash payment performance gained significant improvement

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:40:00 GMT

Over the last few years, non cash payment performance of Vietnam has gained numerous encouraging achievements. The State Bank of Vietnam issued a number of legal documents and instructions to manage payment systems and non-cash payment transactions more effectively, to improve the service quality and legal rights of the customers. Thus, non - cash payment obtained several noticeable changes and basically achieved the set objectives; the awareness and habit of citizens and enterprises on non - cash payment has been changed remarkably.

Israeli President’s Vietnam visit to boost bilateral ties: Ambassador

Mon, 13 Feb 2017 08:50:00 GMT

The upcoming visit to Vietnam by Israeli President Reuven Rivlin will open many opportunities and prospect for stronger cooperation between the two countries, stated Israeli Ambassador to Vietnam Meirav Eilon Shahar.

Vietnam set for IT hiring boom in 2017

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:25:00 GMT

A new survey estimates employers will need 150,000 new technical workers this year.

Vietnam among world’s most vulnerable to malware threats: Microsoft

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 15:25:00 GMT

The country’s largest airports were attacked by alleged Chinese hackers last year.

Vietnam, China to foster security cooperation

Sat, 14 Jan 2017 08:50:00 GMT

Minister of Public Security To Lam held separate meetings with Chinese State Security Minister Chen Wenqing and Commander of the Chinese People’s Armed Police Force Wang Ning in Beijing, China on January 13.

Framework agreement deemed landmark in Vietnam-Hungary ties

Thu, 12 Jan 2017 09:40:00 GMT

The signing of a framework agreement on credit cooperation between the Vietnamese and Hungarian Governments is an important landmark in the two countries’ diplomatic activities this year.

Concretising a strategic vision

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 09:40:00 GMT

Ten years after hosting activities of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) organisation for the first time, Vietnam continues this honour with the expectation of creating a new driving force for a transforming APEC. The priority goals proposed by Vietnam for the APEC Year 2017 have been highly appreciated by 21 member economies, affirming Vietnam’s prestige and responsibility to the forum and to cooperation and development in the region and around the world.

Vietnam 2017: Cyber risks are here to stay

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 09:40:00 GMT

Vietnam was subject to 134,375 cyber attacks in 2016, up more than four times from the previous year, according to the national center for computer emergency response VNCERT.

Workshop studies cyber security in Vietnam

Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:10:00 GMT

A workshop focusing on the need to establish groups to handle cyber security problems and maintain safe cyber operations was held in Ho Chi Minh City December 6.

Workshop studies cyber security in Vietnam

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 21:55:00 GMT

Workshop studies cyber security in Vietnam

Vietnam institute unveils cyber training platform

Sat, 05 Nov 2016 14:10:00 GMT

A cyber training platform, purportedly the first of its kind in Vietnam, was launched November 3 by a cyber security training institute in Ho Chi Minh City.

Institute launches first training for cybersecurity simulations

Sat, 05 Nov 2016 14:10:00 GMT

The Institute for Cyber Security Research and Training (CSO) has launched a training system for cyber security simulations, the first of its kind in Vietnam.

Cyber security an ongoing issue

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 12:20:00 GMT

Mr. Dang Tung Son, Deputy General Director of CMC Telecom, tells VET about the current state of cyber security in Vietnam.

Many business conditions scrapped by new Govt decrees

Tue, 05 Jul 2016 11:55:00 GMT

A number of Government decrees were issued on July 1, 2016 to abolish a slew of business conditions in line with the Government’s promises to make life easier for enterprises and improve the business environment.

VNPT Data achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management certification

Mon, 09 May 2016 14:20:00 GMT

Experts estimate that 66 percent of computers in Vietnam have been infected with malware, which is a “relatively high” percentage, said Nguyen Huy Dung, deputy head of the Information Security Department.

Secure and collaborative file storage system for SMEs

Tue, 26 Jan 2016 14:40:00 GMT

Small businesses often operate in lean teams, with each staff member behaving as a “jack of all trades.” This attitude can be useful for acquiring customers and putting in the extra effort small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) sometimes need, but it doesn’t work for data management and security.

NA passes Law on Internet Information Security

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:10:00 GMT

On the morning of November 19 the National Assembly voted to adopt the Law on Internet Information Security, to take effect from July 1, 2016.

Vietnam passes law on Internet security amid rising cyberattacks

Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:10:00 GMT

Vietnam’s lawmakers ratified a law on safety in the cyberworld on Thursday, at a time when the country is at high risk of cyberattacks and already being impacted by hackers.

Enactment of Law on Cyber Security under NA discussion

Thu, 29 Oct 2015 11:10:00 GMT

National Assembly (NA) deputies discussed the bill on Internet security at an October 29 working session in Hanoi.

The right to personal information security in Vietnam

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:10:00 GMT

Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted in 1948 by the United Nations General Assembly states: “Everyone has the right to life, liberty and security of person.” Understood in a broad sense, personal security covers many aspects of people in social life. When entering the social life, every person must have certain information for identification and, therefore, the need for personal information security is also part of the right to privacy and an aspect of human rights.

Draft law on Information Security renamed draft law on Internet Security

Wed, 24 Jun 2015 13:25:00 GMT

National Assembly deputies agreed on Wednesday to change the name of the draft Law on Information Security to the draft Law on Internet Information Security to better reflect the nature of this Law.

Techcombank receives the second certificate for card security standards

Fri, 22 May 2015 14:10:00 GMT

On 21st May 2015 in Hanoi, Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank) is awarded the second PCI DSS certificate by Control Case (India) and becomes the first Bank in Vietnam receiving the second PCI DSS from Control Case.

Bkav launches online cyber security training

Wed, 13 May 2015 14:10:00 GMT

Internet security firm Bkav launched an online cyber security training course on May 12, called BCSE Whitehat.

What is the solution for malware-infected computers in Vietnam?

Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:20:00 GMT

NA discusses draft law on Internet security

Tue, 07 Apr 2015 13:55:00 GMT

The National Assembly's (NA) Standing Committee convened its 37th meeting yesterday.

Vietcombank gets information security certification

Fri, 12 Dec 2014 15:25:00 GMT

The Bank for Foreign Trade of Viet Nam (Vietcombank) was given the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certificate, the internationally acclaimed standard for information security management, in Ha Noi on December 12.

MP Telecom officially received ISO/IEC 27001:2005

Sun, 01 Jun 2014 16:20:00 GMT

30/05/2014, Minh Phuc Co., Ltd awarded ISO/IEC 27001:2005 certification – Information Securities Management System (ISMS) by DAS Vietnam and Ministry of Information and Communications.