Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Municipalidad de San Luis
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Municipalidad de San Luis — an organization based in PE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:22:48.057795+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Municipalidad de San Luis |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | munisanluis.gob.pe zoominfo.com/c/municipalidad-de-san-luis/1322909314 The District Municipality of San Luis is the local government body for the San Luis district in Lima, Peru, dedicated to promoting the integral development and well-being of its residents. Its core mission is to lead, regulate, and provide essential public services while fostering community engagement through cultural, sports, and safety programs. The municipality actively modernizes its operations, offering digital platforms for online procedures and payments to ensure efficient, accessible, and transparent governance |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T12:34:50+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:22:48.057795+00:00 |
| Region | PE |
| Target Domain | munisanluis.gob.pe |
| Business Sector | Government & Defense |
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