Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Ferretería Scopazzo
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Ferretería Scopazzo — an organization based in AR — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-11T07:23:28.335752+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Ferretería Scopazzo |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.com.ar rocketreach.co/ferreteria-scopazzo-profile_b7dd5f00c0ca3ccc Ferretería Scopazzo is a prominent family-owned hardware and industrial tools retailer based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, boasting over 60 years of market experience.They specialize in supplying electrical, pneumatic, and household equipment from major global brands like Makita, DeWalt, and Bosch to both individuals and businesses |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-10T03:11:38+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-11T07:23:28.335752+00:00 |
| Region | AR |
| Target Domain | scopazzo.com.ar |
| Business Sector | Consumer Services |
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