Tag: vietnam

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Vietnam Cracks Down on HiAnime Piracy Ring

Vietnamese authorities have cracked down on a massive anime piracy ring, HiAnime, which raked in a staggering $12.85 million in illicit ad revenue from 2020 to 2026. This notorious site drew hundreds of millions of visitors monthly, briefly outpacing Disney+ and Crunchyroll in web traffic.

Analyst 207Jul 6, 2026

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WhatsApp Targeted in VBScript Campaign Installing ManageEngine RMM Tool

Malicious actors are using WhatsApp to trick victims into downloading and executing a Visual Basic Script (VBScript) file, disguised as a business or financial document, which ultimately installs a legitimate Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tool. The campaign has been detected in multiple countries worldwide, with Malaysia being the hardest hit.

Analyst 207Jun 23, 2026

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OceanLotus Targets Vietnam Investors with SPECTRALVIPER Backdoor

The notorious 15-year-old APT group, OceanLotus, is now setting its sights on Vietnam's investors with a cunning new backdoor attack called SPECTRALVIPER, showcasing their relentless adaptability and aggressive tactics. This latest move has left experts wondering if it's a temporary shift or a long-term strategy.

Analyst 207Jun 11, 2026

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Malware Hidden in Hentai Games Exposes Users to Full System Compromise

Beware of hentai games that seem too good to be true - a new malware campaign has been discovered that hides in these games and can fully compromise your system. Hundreds of users, mainly in Russia, Brazil, Germany, and Vietnam, have already fallen victim to this threat, dubbed Argamal.

Analyst 207Jun 3, 2026

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India Seals BrahMos Missile Deal with Vietnam

India has finalized a deal with Vietnam to supply BrahMos missiles, with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh confirming that the agreement has been signed, although not yet publicly announced. This move marks a significant milestone in India's defense diplomacy, showcasing its commitment to regional security and cooperation.

Analyst 207Jun 2, 2026

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Vietnam to Build Domestic Cloud to Bolster Data Sovereignty

Vietnam is taking a major step towards securing its digital future by building a domestic cloud infrastructure, aiming to safeguard national data and reduce reliance on foreign cloud services by 2030. This move will bolster data sovereignty, enhance cybersecurity, and drive the country's digital transformation.

Analyst 207May 13, 2026

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Vietnamese Hackers Exploit Google AppSheet in 30,000-Account Facebook Phishing Spree

A massive phishing operation, dubbed AccountDumpling, has compromised around 30,000 Facebook accounts using a clever tactic: sending malicious emails from a legitimate Google AppSheet address to bypass spam filters. This sophisticated scam was more than just a simple phishing kit - it was a constantly evolving operation with real-time control panels and a lucrative criminal enterprise.

Analyst 207May 1, 2026

SVG files: Exclusive Risky Threat Exposed

Researchers uncovered a clever phishing campaign weaponizing innocent-looking SVG images to deliver a chain of malware — including PureRAT — that’s been targeting ministries, aid groups, and civilians in Ukraine and Vietnam. Stay wary of unexpected attachments and verify senders before you click, because even an image can be the gateway to credential theft and hidden cryptomining.

Analyst 207Sep 26, 2025

Vietnam-linked phishing campaign: Dangerous, Stunning Shift

A Vietnam-linked phishing campaign has quietly upgraded from a Python infostealer to PureRAT, turning quick credential grabs into hands-on, persistent intrusions that can enable live data theft and lateral movement. Defenders should shift from signature hunting to behavior-based EDR, network telemetry, and stronger email and access controls to stop these more dangerous, interactive attacks.

Analyst 207Sep 25, 2025

GhostRedirector: Exclusive Dangerous IIS Backdoor Revealed

Researchers uncovered GhostRedirector, a previously undocumented campaign that’s hit at least 65 Windows web servers in Brazil, Thailand and Vietnam by installing a C++ backdoor called Rungan plus a native IIS module to stealthily intercept or redirect traffic. If you run IIS, now’s the time to audit loaded modules, hunt for Rungan indicators, and lock down your servers before attackers turn your site into a covert gateway.

Analyst 207Sep 4, 2025