In the latest cybersecurity news, Afezo — a company operating in the US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-03-01 19:26:25.860205, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2025.
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Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Afezo |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | afezo.nl zoominfo.com/c/aannemingsmij-afezo-bv/372576926 Afezo B.V. is a family-owned company specializing in urban sewer work and infrastructure development in Amsterdam and the Zaanstreek. With decades of experience, they offer a comprehensive range of services including wastewater management, road construction, and the development of drinking water networks. Their commitment to sustainability and innovative practices drives their projects, which aim to enhance both the physical environment and the community. Afezo serves a diverse clientele, from small-scale to large-scale projects, contributing significantly to the infrastructure of Amsterdam |
| Date of Breach | 2026-03-01 17:23:16.000000 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-03-01 19:26:25.860205 |
| Region | None |
| Target Domain | afezo.nl |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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Disclaimer: HookPhish does not engage in the exfiltration, downloading, taking, hosting, viewing, reposting, or disclosure of any stolen information. All breach data reported here is sourced from publicly available threat intelligence feeds for awareness purposes only.
