In the latest cybersecurity news, Economia — a company operating in the CZ — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-03-18 09:31:55.479755, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2025.
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Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Economia |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | economia.cz zoominfo.com/c/economia-as/426681440 Economia is a leading Czech media house founded in 1990, publishing prestigious economic and professional periodicals. The company publishes Hospodářské noviny daily and Ekonom weekly. With approximately 500 to 1,000 employees, Economia reaches 66 percent of Czech business owners and top management, positioning itself as a symbol of free journalism and valuable content. The media house focuses on digital transformation while maintaining high-quality print publications, serving decision-makers and opinion leaders across the country. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-03-18 08:16:56.000000 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-03-18 09:31:55.479755 |
| Region | CZ |
| Target Domain | economia.cz |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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