Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Salem Saleh Babgi
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Salem Saleh Babgi — an organization based in SA — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:29:58.946990+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Salem Saleh Babgi |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | babgi.com.sa zoominfo.com/c/salem-saleh-babgi-co-ltd/372739058 Babgi Group, founded in 1978 by Sheikh Salem Saleh Babgi, is a major Saudi Arabian conglomerate with over 1,900 employees and revenues exceeding $7.4 billion. The group operates primarily in the automotive sector (as an exclusive dealer for brands like Toyota, Lexus, and MG), trading, and contracting. Guided by a vision of sustainable economic growth, it focuses on delivering high-quality standards, advanced management practices, and community-driven services across the Kingdom |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T11:26:19+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:29:58.946990+00:00 |
| Region | SA |
| Target Domain | babgi.com.sa |
| Business Sector | Not Found |
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