Cybersecurity threats surge in Phl as digitalization rises

As the Philippines accelerates its push for digitalization across industries, the same transformation driving progress has also expanded the country’s exposure to cyber threats.

- Ehda M. Dagooc Staff Member

According to Viettel Cyber Security, one of Asia's leading cybersecurity firms, the Philippines recorded a 49 percent surge in data breaches in third quarter of 2025, exposing over 52 million credentials in just three months.

On Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Viettel Cyber Security has released its third quarter 2025 Cyber Threat Landscape Report, which emphasized how the country's rapid digital transformation continues to outpace its defenses.

This positions Viettel Cyber Security as the first private company to release a quarterly cybersecurity assessment specific to the Philippines.

“Cybersecurity isn’t about fear, it’s about foresight,” said Thomas Luu, Country Manager at Viettel Cyber Security.

“As the Philippines accelerates towards digitalization faster than ever, the importance of security must not be overlooked. Organizations who innovate without the necessary protection in place become vulnerable to risks. Cybersecurity isn’t just a safeguard—it’s an enabler of sustainable digital growth,” Luu warned.