Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: The Sole
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, The Sole — an organization based in GB — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-09-01T12:13:48.415450+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | The Sole |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | thesole.com zoominfo.com/c/the-sole-proprietor/94159619 The Sole Supplier — UK sneaker and streetwear platform, founded in 2013 by George Sullivan in London. Started as a £100 blog in his parents’ house — no investors, fully bootstrapped for 12+ years. Model: media content (release dates, reviews) + affiliate links to 50+ retailers — earns commission, holds no stock. Works with 30+ brands including Nike, adidas, UGG, Dr. Martens; claims to be Nike’s top UK media partner. Scale: 4.5M monthly users, £400M+ lifetime sales driven for brands, with only ~35 staff. In 2026 relaunched its app as a “micro-social” shopping community for sneaker culture. Risks: thin margins, UK-only focus, and dependence on affiliate rates and brand budgets. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-31T18:56:10+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-09-01T12:13:48.415450+00:00 |
| Region | GB |
| Target Domain | thesole.com |
| Business Sector | Retail & E-Commerce |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
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- dark web monitoring — close the gap attackers exploit.
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Disclaimer
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