Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Acosta Sons
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Acosta Sons — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:28:58.419549+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Acosta Sons |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | acostaandsons.com zoominfo.com/c/acosta–sons-inc/398811105 Acosta and Sons is a family-owned appliance sales and repair company based in The Bronx, New York, with additional locations serving the broader New York area. They specialize in providing a wide range of home appliances at discounted prices, catering to both individual customers and property management or landlord accounts. The company is known for its reliable customer service, offering comprehensive solutions from appliance sales to professional repair and maintenance. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T11:47:43+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:28:58.419549+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | acostaandsons.com |
| Business Sector | Agriculture and Food Production |
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