Excerpt from Daily Mail Article, Published on October 14, 2025
Vietnam Airlines is at the center of a recent customer data breach that has prompted concerns across the travel industry. With over 20 million passengers a year, Vietnam Airlines is a trusted name in international aviation. The airline confirmed that the breach involved a third-party customer service platform managed by a global technology partner. Fortunately, critical customer information such as payment details, passwords, travel itineraries, Lotusmiles balances, and passport data remain secure according to airline statements.
Vietnam Airlines responded swiftly by partnering with cybersecurity experts and authorities to assess the situation and tighten data protection. Impacted customers have already received direct support and guidance from the company. There have been no reports of internal IT system compromise, and the airline continues to monitor developments closely.
The company emphasized the importance for passengers to remain vigilant, especially against phishing attempts or suspicious messages pretending to represent the airline. Customers are advised not to share login details, passwords, or one-time passcodes with anyone who cannot be verified. Vietnam Airlines has made it clear that customer trust and security are top priorities.
In other news, Vietnam Airlines recently announced a rule against using power banks on board its flights. Power banks must be carried in hand luggage, kept in sight, and are forbidden from being charged at seat ports or placed in checked bags. This move follows industry-wide concerns about lithium battery safety on commercial aircraft.
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