News.Tuoitre.Vn 10th Grader Hacks National Vaccination System, Sells 20 Million Personal Records
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- •A 10th-grade student hacked the National Immunization Information System.
- •Nearly 20 million personal records were stolen and sold for over 100 million VND.
- •Authorities are urging improved cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches.
On June 5, 2026, a 10th-grade student from Nghe An Province was prosecuted for illegally accessing the National Immunization Information System. The student, N.H.A., exploited security vulnerabilities to collect and sell nearly 20 million personal records, earning over 100 million VND. The investigation revealed that he self-taught programming and used online resources to develop algorithms for the hack. Authorities emphasized the serious threat this poses to privacy rights and warned of potential fraud risks. The police have initiated measures to strengthen cybersecurity and prevent similar incidents. Legal consequences for such actions include fines and imprisonment under Articles 288 and 289 of Vietnam's Penal Code. The case highlights the need for better education on cybersecurity and legal implications among youth.
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