Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Salama Medicals Distributors Private
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Salama Medicals Distributors Private — an organization based in TZ — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:29:44.829473+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Salama Medicals Distributors Private |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | salamapharma.co.tz zoominfo.com/c/salama-medicals-distributors-private-ltd/356160819 Salama Pharmaceuticals Limited is Tanzania’s leading importer and distributor of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and surgical equipment. Headquartered in Dar es Salaam, the company operates a large multi-warehouse distribution network to serve healthcare facilities across the country. Dedicated to enhancing healthcare outcomes, Salama Pharma focuses on supplying quality medical products and supporting the modernization of healthcare operations in the East African region |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T11:32:13+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:29:44.829473+00:00 |
| Region | TZ |
| Target Domain | salamapharma.co.tz |
| Business Sector | Healthcare |
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