Hanoi, June 16 -- Vietnam has strengthened its legal framework in recent years to ensure data security amid growing cyber threats targeting data. In the digital era, data has emerged as a strategic resource underpinning the digital economy, national competitiveness, and social stability. Consequently, it has become a prime target for cybercriminals seeking to manipulate behaviour, steal financial assets, undermine public trust, and weaken a nation's digital sovereignty. Vietnam's cybersecurity landscape has witnessed a notable shift in recent years. While the number of cyberattacks recorded in 2025 showed signs of decline, the proportion of organisations suffering actual damage rose to 52.3%. Cyberattacks increasingly target critical sect...