Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Known
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Known — an organization based in IS — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:23:29.101614+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Known |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | known.is zoominfo.com/c/known/480652891 Known is an award-winning, data-driven marketing, creative, and media agency headquartered in New York. The company uniquely combines PhD data scientists with world-class creatives to deliver measurable performance and breakthrough brand strategies for major clients like Microsoft, TikTok, and Grubhub. Recognized by Ad Age and Adweek as a top-tier agency, Known is dedicated to setting a new standard for modern marketing through science-led innovation and rigorous analytics |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T12:29:48+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:23:29.101614+00:00 |
| Region | IS |
| Target Domain | known.is |
| Business Sector | Technology |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
Most ransomware intrusions start with a stolen password or a phishing email. A few proactive steps sharply cut your exposure:
- realistic phishing tests — close the gap attackers exploit.
- train staff to spot attacks — close the gap attackers exploit.
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Disclaimer
HookPhish does not engage in the exfiltration, downloading, taking, hosting, viewing, reposting, or disclosure of any stolen information. All breach data reported here is sourced from publicly available threat intelligence feeds for awareness purposes only.
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