According to the EY Global Information Security Survey 2020, cyber and privacy threats are on the rise, with 59% of Southeast Asia (SEA) organizations experiencing a significant or material breach in the past 12 months. However, despite this growing risk, only 43% of SEA organizations involve cybersecurity right from the planning stage of new business initiatives. Furthermore, 53% of SEA organizations allocate less than 15% of their cybersecurity budget to new initiatives.
According to Michael Beckman, Partner, EY Law Leader, EY Law Vietnam Limited Liability Company, “new risks demand new approaches. To avoid risks and penalties for non-compliance with Decree 13, organizations and businesses operating in Vietnam should study and have plans to comply with regulatory requirements as soon as possible.”
Robert Tran, Partner, Cybersecurity & Technology Risk Leader, EY Vietnam Cybersecurity Services Company Limited, emphasized the importance of fostering a culture of data privacy within businesses. "To earn and maintain customer trust in products and services quality, data privacy must be ingrained within organizations. Failure to respect the culture of protecting personal data can lead customers to believe that their personal data is not respected, ultimately damaging the business's reputation”, said Robert.
“As individuals increasingly embrace digital-first lifestyles, safeguarding data has become paramount for businesses to protect consumers and mitigate the consequences of data breaches. Mastercard aligns and complies with the Vietnamese government’s efforts to enhance personal data protection,” said Winnie Wong, Country Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, Mastercard. “As a central player in the digital ecosystem, Mastercard is committed to leverage its global expertise to support businesses and partners navigate the regulatory changes, improve cyber readiness and implement robust data protection practices, and in doing so, bolstering Vietnam's cyber security.”
Amidst regulatory changes and escalating cyber and privacy threats, personal data protection has become a paramount concern for organizations and businesses.
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