> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://niroh.gitbook.io/niroh/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://niroh.gitbook.io/niroh/conferences-speaking-and-community/vcs-ctrl-manila-2025.md). # VCS: Ctrl Manila 2025 **Event:** [**VCS: Ctrl Manila 2025**](https://www.facebook.com/anninhmangviettel/posts/pfbid02F5Wk1qnvM1ZCoSuQQtQwPw2E268nZJzXBZf2xf9iyiXmobPtxnLo1caJP59bpM8dl)\ **Event Date:** November 19, 2025\ **Role:** Attendee
I had the opportunity to attend **VCS: CTRL Manila 2025**, a cybersecurity conference organized by Viettel Cyber Security (VCS) that brought together security practitioners, researchers, defenders, and offensive security professionals from across the region. The event was built around a simple but important idea: effective cybersecurity comes from understanding both sides of the battlefield. The conference featured a mix of Red Team and Blue Team topics, ranging from threat intelligence and ransomware case studies to vulnerability research, bug bounty experiences, and automotive security. What stood out to me was the strong emphasis on real-world experiences rather than purely theoretical discussions. Speakers shared practical lessons, research findings, and insights gained from working directly with security incidents and vulnerabilities. One of the things I appreciated most about the event was the quality of the discussions and the opportunity to meet other professionals within the cybersecurity community. Conferences are often remembered for their technical content, but the conversations that happen between sessions can be just as valuable. Events like this create opportunities to exchange ideas, learn from different perspectives, and connect with people working across various security disciplines. VCS: CTRL Manila also reinforced the importance of collaboration between offensive and defensive security teams. Whether the topic was vulnerability research, incident response, threat hunting, or security engineering, the recurring message was clear: stronger security comes from continuous knowledge sharing and cooperation. Overall, it was a well-organized event with strong technical content, knowledgeable speakers, and an engaged community. I'm grateful to Viettel Cyber Security, ROOTCON, the speakers, organizers, and fellow attendees for making it a worthwhile experience. Looking forward to seeing how VCS: CTRL Manila continues to grow in the years ahead.

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