Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Aveiro Constructors Limited
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Aveiro Constructors Limited — an organization based in PT — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-11T07:22:26.835965+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Aveiro Constructors Limited |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.com Aveiro Constructors Limited is a Canadian general contractor established in 1976 and headquartered in Southwestern Ontario. The company specializes in the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sectors, delivering design-build, new construction, and renovation projects both locally and internationally. Originally starting with pre-engineered steel buildings, they have grown over the decades into a comprehensive construction firm offering specialized services like HVAC and project management |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-10T03:17:35+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-11T07:22:26.835965+00:00 |
| Region | PT |
| Target Domain | aveiroconstructors.com |
| Business Sector | Construction |
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