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Viettel Cyber Security Shines at Rootcon 18: CTF Champions and Expert Talk on Ransomware

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MANILA, Philippines, Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — At Rootcon 18, held on September 25-27, 2024, experts from Viettel Cyber Security (VCS) made a lasting impression on the cybersecurity community, winning the Capture the Flag (CTF) competition and delivering a powerful technical talk on ransomware operations.

Excelling in the CTF Finals: A Showcase of Expertise

The CTF at Rootcon featured a series of 5 distinct challenge sets across multiple categories such as web security, reverse engineering, cryptography, binary exploitation, and network forensics. Each challenge required participants to solve complex puzzles, exploit vulnerabilities, and gather the “flags” hidden within systems—all while competing against the clock and other top-tier teams.

The VCS team demonstrated its dominance right from the qualifying rounds, consistently ranking in the top positions. After 24 hours of intense hacking, only the top 8 teams advanced to the final stage, and the competition reached a fever pitch.

The final round featured even tougher challenges designed to push participants to their limits, demanding advanced skills in identifying flaws in secure systems, leveraging obscure exploits, and reverse engineering malicious code. VCS, however, stayed calm under pressure, methodically working through the tasks and maintaining their lead to secure the first-place finish.

Expert Analysis on Ransomware Operations by Long Doan Minh

Adding to their CTF victory, VCS’s Long Doan Minh, a renowned Threat Analyst with five years of experience in cybersecurity, delivered an insightful presentation on “Dissecting a Ransomware Operation: From Propagation to Extortion.” Long, whose expertise spans reverse engineering, malware analysis, and high-profile incident management, has tackled over 50 threat actors and managed more than 30 critical incidents for enterprises and government bodies across Southeast Asia.

Long’s talk offered an in-depth look at how cyber attackers exploit the relationship between Azure and on-premises Active Directory (AD) to gain unauthorized access and move laterally across systems. His presentation was divided into two key parts:

From On-Premises to Cloud: This section focused on techniques attackers use to steal cloud credentials through phishing and endpoint extraction, enabling them to infiltrate cloud environments.From Cloud to On-Premises: Long explained how mechanisms like Cloud Kerberos Trust and Microsoft Intune are abused by attackers, alongside lesser-known techniques such as Azure LAPS exploitation, to move laterally back to on-premises systems.

Leaving a Mark at Rootcon 18

Viettel Cyber Security’s performance at Rootcon 18 showcased their technical mastery and leadership in the cybersecurity field. Especially noteworthy is the participation of very young experts, aged only 20 to 22, sent by Viettel Cyber Security to gain practical experience, yet they brought back remarkable achievements. Recently, the company achieved top honors at Pw2nOwn, the world’s largest hacking competition, and has been recognized in the industry hall of fame by tech giants.

In addition, Long Doan Minh’s expert talk on ransomware operations left a strong impression, offering attendees valuable insights into real-world threats and how attackers exploit cloud and on-premises systems. His deep experience in incident response provided actionable guidance, making his session one of the event’s highlights.

Together, the CTF win and ransomware presentation positioned VCS as both a competitive force and a thought leader in cybersecurity, leaving a lasting impact on the Rootcon 18 audience and reinforcing their commitment to strengthening global digital defenses.

About Rootcon 18

Rootcon is the Philippines’ premier hacking conference and cybersecurity gathering, attracting top security professionals, enthusiasts, and ethical hackers from around the globe. Rootcon 18 featured a range of activities including workshops, keynote speeches, and the highly anticipated Capture the Flag (CTF) competition, where participants engage in various hacking challenges to capture digital “flags.” The event fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing, keeping the global cybersecurity community up-to-date on the latest trends and threats.

About Viettel Cyber Security

Viettel Cyber Security (VCS) is a branch of Viettel Group, conducting in-depth research and development of information security solutions. VCS offers a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, including Security Operations Center (SOC) services for real-time threat monitoring and incident response, Threat Intelligence (TI) to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks, Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) to detect and address system vulnerabilities, and Compromise Assessment (CA) to assess and remediate security breaches. With expertise and cutting-edge technologies, VCS ensures robust protection and peace of mind for organizations navigating the complexities of cybersecurity.

Website: https://viettelcybersecurity.com/

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BCE reports results of Series S and T preferred share conversions

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MONTRÉAL, Oct. 19, 2026 /CNW/ — BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) today announced that 400 of its 4,798,333 fixed-rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series T (“Series T Preferred Shares”) have been tendered for conversion on November 2, 2026, on a one-for-one basis, into floating-rate Cumulative Redeemable First Preferred Shares, Series S (“Series S Preferred Shares”). In addition, 676,765 of its 1,866,877 Series S Preferred Shares have been tendered for conversion on November 2, 2026, on a one-for-one basis, into Series T Preferred Shares. Consequently, on November 2, 2026, BCE will have 5,474,698 Series T Preferred Shares and 1,190,512 Series S Preferred Shares issued and outstanding. The Series T Preferred Shares and the Series S Preferred Shares will continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols BCE.PR.T and BCE.PR.S, respectively.

The Series T Preferred Shares will pay on a quarterly basis, for the five-year period beginning on November 2, 2026, as and when declared by the Board of Directors of BCE, a fixed cash dividend based on an annual fixed dividend rate of 5.523%.

The Series S Preferred Shares will continue to pay a monthly floating adjustable cash dividend for the five-year period beginning on November 2, 2026, as and when declared by the Board of Directors of BCE. The monthly floating adjustable dividend for any particular month will continue to be calculated based on the prime rate for such month and using the Designated Percentage for such month representing the sum of an adjustment factor (based on the market price of the Series S Preferred Shares in the preceding month) and the Designated Percentage for the preceding month.

About BCE
BCE is Canada’s largest communications company1, leading the way in advanced fibre and wireless networks, enterprise services and digital media. By delivering next-generation technology that leverages cloud-based and AI-driven solutions, we’re keeping customers connected, informed and entertained while enabling businesses to compete on the world stage. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca or BCE.ca.

1 Based on total revenue and total combined customer connections.

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3M announces collaboration with GSEO to advance Expanded Beam Optical manufacturing and development

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ST. PAUL, Minn., Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 3M (NYSE: MMM) today announced a collaboration with Genius Electronic Optical Co., Ltd. (GSEO, Taiwan: 3406), an optical technology company, to advance technology development and manufacturing for 3M’s Expanded Beam Optical (EBO) solutions. In support of these efforts, 3M expects to make a strategic investment to acquire approximately 4.7% of GSEO’s common shares as part of the company’s private placement of newly issued shares, subject to customary closing conditions.

The collaboration brings together 3M’s EBO technology leadership, optical interconnect expertise, materials science, manufacturing scale and customer relationships with GSEO’s precision optics manufacturing capabilities and production scale. Together, the companies aim to support EBO commercialization and long-term capacity expansion to meet growing demand from hyperscale data centers and other advanced connectivity applications.

“3M is investing in capabilities and partnerships that can accelerate innovation for our customers,” said William Brown, 3M Chairman and CEO. “By selecting GSEO as a manufacturing partner and investing in the company, we are strengthening the path to scale next-generation optical connectivity solutions for high-performance data center infrastructure.”

GSEO’s existing precision optics manufacturing capabilities and technical development experience are expected to support manufacturing readiness for 3M’s EBO ferrules, co-packaged optics solutions and related optical interconnect applications. The collaboration is part of 3M’s broader EBO ecosystem strategy, which includes continued work with customers and partners across the optical interconnect market.

“GSEO is pleased to expand its relationship with 3M as we work together to advance optical interconnect solutions for next-generation data center infrastructure,” said Micro Kuo, GSEO CEO and President. “This collaboration brings together complementary technology and manufacturing strengths to support continued innovation and help meet the performance demands of high-growth connectivity markets.”

3M expects the strategic investment to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.

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About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence. Discover how 3M is shaping the future at 3M.com/news.

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Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers Announces Second Annual Operation Fur-Ever Home Pet Adoption Event at Lafreniere Park

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NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers is excited to announce the return of its second annual Operation Fur-Ever Home, a free community pet adoption event taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Lafreniere Park in Metairie, Louisiana.

The free, family-friendly event will give attendees the opportunity to meet adoptable pets from local animal shelters, learn about responsible pet ownership, and potentially welcome a new furry companion into their homes. Those who preregister for the event will also be entered for a chance to win a Soundcore speaker and a free pet adoption.

“Last year’s event was everything we hoped it would be, and we are incredibly excited to bring Operation Fur-Ever Home back for a second year,” said David Vicknair, founding partner of Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers. “There is something special about watching a family meet a pet that could become part of their lives for years to come. We wanted to create another opportunity to make those connections while supporting the organizations that work tirelessly to care for animals in our community.”

Building on the success of the first event, this year’s event continues the firm’s commitment to supporting local animal shelters and creating meaningful opportunities for families throughout Southeast Louisiana.

“Giving back to our community has always been an important part of who we are as a firm,” said Vicknair. “Whether we are helping students prepare for school, recognizing deserving teachers, or supporting local animal shelters, our goal is to make a positive difference in the communities we serve.”

Operation Fur-Ever Home is free and open to the public. Families, animal lovers, and anyone interested in adopting a pet are encouraged to attend and preregister.

About Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers

Scott Vicknair Personal Injury Lawyers is a New Orleans-based personal injury firm committed to providing exceptional legal representation while also investing in the communities it serves. Their experienced team of dedicated attorneys specializes in car accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death cases in New Orleans. With diverse personal and professional backgrounds, they craft legal strategies tailored to each client’s specific case and needs.

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