Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: The City of Boyne City
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, The City of Boyne City — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-01T22:18:57.510341+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | The City of Boyne City |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.com zoominfo.com/c/the-city-of-boyne-city/368244116 City of Boyne City, a community located in Charlevoix County, Michigan. It serves as a central hub for residents, providing essential information on local government, city departments, utility services, and community events. The portal also highlights the city’s parks, recreation programs, and local initiatives, reflecting its vibrant lakeside lifestyle on Lake Charlevoix |
| Date of Breach | 2026-06-30T15:43:20+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-01T22:18:57.510341+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | cityofboynecity.com |
| Business Sector | Public Sector |
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