Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: CONTAC Ingenieros
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, CONTAC Ingenieros — an organization based in CL — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-10T08:11:37.081413+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | CONTAC Ingenieros |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | contac.cl zoominfo.com/c/contac-ingenieros-division-sistemas/372522727 Contac is a technology company based in Santiago, Chile, specializing in operations and asset management technologies. They provide comprehensive automation services and real-time information systems to help industrial clients maximize their operational performance. The company focuses on delivering custom solutions to optimize asset management, reduce costs, and improve overall system reliability. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-09T21:28:47+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-10T08:11:37.081413+00:00 |
| Region | CL |
| Target Domain | contac.cl |
| Business Sector | Professional Services |
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