Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: ALUFE Femszerkezeti Kft
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, ALUFE Femszerkezeti Kft — an organization based in HU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-16T12:58:53.429961+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | ALUFE Femszerkezeti Kft |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.hu zoominfo.com/c/alufe-fémszerkezeti-kft/452408141 Hungarian manufacturing and construction company based in Székesfehérvár, with a history of aluminum production dating back to 1968. The company specializes in manufacturing and installing aluminum windows, doors, curtain walls, and complex facade systems, including steel, glass, and ceramic structures. With around 150 employees, it provides comprehensive, high-quality metal structure solutions for commercial and architectural projects across the region |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-16T10:29:46+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-16T12:58:53.429961+00:00 |
| Region | HU |
| Target Domain | alufe.hu |
| Business Sector | Manufacturing |
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