Personal data theft at CIC: No need to lock cards or accounts

Through preliminary assessment, Vietnam's banking and credit system is still safe, well protected and operating stably.

On the afternoon of September 12th, the Research, Consulting, Technology Development and International Cooperation Committee of the National Cybersecurity Association (Technology Committee) announced that, regarding the data incident at CIC, they had received several questions and concerns from members.

Initial investigations reveal evidence of cyberattacks and intrusions aimed at stealing personal data. The exact amount of data illegally obtained is currently being compiled and clarified.

Some members have expressed concerns about whether data theft affects banking systems, particularly accounts and credit cards; and whether it's necessary to block cards or change bank passwords to ensure security.

In response to this concern, Mr. Vu Ngoc Son (representative of the Technology Committee of the National Cybersecurity Association) affirmed that, based on a preliminary assessment, Vietnam's banking and credit system remains secure, well-protected, and operating stably.

According to Mr. Son, people do not need to take measures such as blocking cards, locking accounts, changing CVC/CVV codes, or changing passwords as unofficial information circulating online suggests. These actions do not enhance security; on the contrary, they can disrupt transactions and directly affect daily life.

Regarding the above incident, the National Cybersecurity Association also warned of the risk that malicious actors could exploit this event to impersonate banks and authorities in order to commit fraud, spread malware, or steal users' information and assets.

"Spammers may make fake phone calls or send fake text messages to request users to provide personal information, credit card details, CVV/CVC verification codes, OTP security codes, etc. Users should note that banks absolutely do not request customers to perform these actions through unofficial channels," the National Cybersecurity Association announced.

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Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/vu-danh-cap-du-lieu-ca-nhan-tai-cic-khong-can-thiet-khoa-the-khoa-tai-khoan-post812718.html