Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Acli
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Acli — an organization based in IT — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-14T05:54:25.983951+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Acli |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | acli.it zoominfo.com/c/acli/372618594 ACLI (Christian Associations of Italian Workers) is a major Italian Catholic social promotion organization founded in 1944 to advocate for labor rights and human dignity. Operating a vast network of local clubs, the association provides essential community services, including tax assistance, employment support, and vocational training. Today, it continues to champion social solidarity, democratic participation, and active citizenship across Italy and internationally. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-14T05:23:02+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-14T05:54:25.983951+00:00 |
| Region | IT |
| Target Domain | acli.it |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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