Ransomware Group Deadlock Hits: EFCA
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, EFCA — an organization based in DE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Deadlock. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-10T13:01:37.415389+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | EFCA |
| Threat Group | Deadlock |
| Summary | EFCA a specialized accounting firm based in Paris, France. Core Expertise With over 30 years of experience, the firm specializes in real estate accounting and property management. Key services and areas of focus include: Property Management Support: Expertise in managing accounts for property administrators and real estate agencies. Trustee & Agent Accounting: Mastery of “comptabilité mandants” (client/trustee accounting) and navigating relationships with guarantee funds. Tax & Advisory: Handling complex tax and accounting issues specific to the real estate market. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-10T13:01:35.709335+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-10T13:01:37.415389+00:00 |
| Region | DE |
| Target Domain | www.efca-europe.com |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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