ORBIS Compliance

New Draft Circular on Basic Information Security for IP Surveillance Cameras in Vietnam

Published

Overview

Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications has published a Draft Circular introducing the National Technical Regulations on Basic Information Security Requirements for Surveillance Cameras Using Internet Protocol. This regulation is applicable to all organizations and individuals, both domestic and foreign, involved in the production or marketing of surveillance cameras in Vietnam.

Key Requirements

The draft outlines the following key requirements:

  • Creation of unique passwords
  • Vulnerability management
  • Secure updates
  • Secure storage of sensitive parameters
  • User data protection

The draft also establishes technical cybersecurity standards specifically for IP surveillance cameras. These standards ensure that authentication mechanisms uphold integrity and authenticity through secure cryptographic methods, free from vulnerabilities.

This regulation is designed to set a baseline for cybersecurity in the use of surveillance technologies, thereby enhancing the protection of sensitive information. The Draft Circular was published on August 23rd, 2024, and is set to take effect on October 23rd, 2024.

Link to Source

Official Source - https://mic.gov.vn/van-ban-phap-luat/du-thao/2205.htm

Regulatory Impact

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Type Certificate
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