Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: The Municipal Chamber of Serra
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, The Municipal Chamber of Serra — an organization based in BR — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:24:50.705229+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | The Municipal Chamber of Serra |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | camaraserra.es.gov.br The Municipal Chamber of Serra (Câmara Municipal da Serra) is the legislative body of the city of Serra, located in the state of Espírito Santo, Brazil. As the largest legislative house in the state, it is composed of elected councilors responsible for creating local laws, overseeing the executive branch, and representing the citizens’ interests. The institution is committed to transparency, active public participation, and the sustainable development of the municipality through its plenary sessions and specialized committees. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T12:16:38+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:24:50.705229+00:00 |
| Region | BR |
| Target Domain | camaraserra.es.gov.br |
| Business Sector | Government & Defense |
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