In the latest cybersecurity news, Aichi Electric — a company operating in the JP — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-04-08 15:35:35.282833, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2025.
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Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Aichi Electric |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | aichidenki.jp zoominfo.com/c/aichi-electric-co-ltd/425347408 Aichi Electric Co., Ltd., founded in 1942 and headquartered in Kasugai, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is a publicly listed manufacturer of power equipment and industrial motors. The company produces transformers, distribution switchgear, control systems, and various motors for electric power infrastructure, serving utilities and industries across Japan and internationally. Operating under the motto “Active management, Technology training, Respect for human,” Aichi Electric has offices and group companies nationwide and abroad, working toward its 100th anniversary vision of contributing to a sustainable society through manufacturing |
| Date of Breach | 2026-04-08 15:35:33.603136 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-04-08 15:35:35.282833 |
| Region | JP |
| Target Domain | aichidenki.jp |
| Business Sector | Manufacturing |
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