Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Tempel
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Tempel — an organization based in DE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-14T05:56:28.678613+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Tempel |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | tempel.com zoominfo.com/c/tempel/87867666 Tempel Steel Company, a division of Worthington Steel, is a leading global manufacturer of high-precision electrical steel laminations. Established in 1945, the company provides essential components for motors, generators, and transformers used across the automotive, eMobility, and energy sectors. Their platform showcases advanced precision metal stamping and overmolding services designed to improve product performance and efficiency. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-14T05:03:25+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-14T05:56:28.678613+00:00 |
| Region | DE |
| Target Domain | tempel.com |
| Business Sector | Other |
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