Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: AWJ Holding
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, AWJ Holding — an organization based in AE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-21T08:29:56.576661+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | AWJ Holding |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | awjholding.com zoominfo.com/c/awj-holding-co/448239448 AWJ Holding Company is a prominent Saudi-based single-family office and investment firm established in 2016. Headquartered in Riyadh, the company specializes in real estate development, property management, and strategic investment management. It focuses on high-impact developments and operates dynamic subsidiaries across retail, hospitality, and infrastructure sectors. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-21T07:45:17+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-21T08:29:56.576661+00:00 |
| Region | AE |
| Target Domain | awjholding.com |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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