Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Total Auto Business Solutions
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Total Auto Business Solutions — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-31T18:21:45.615901+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Total Auto Business Solutions |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | autorepairsoftware.com Total Auto Business Solutions, Inc. (TABS) is a leading provider of comprehensive shop management software, best known for its flagship product, AutoFluent. Founded in 2001 and based in Northern California, the company serves auto repair shops, tire dealers, and fleet operators across the US and Canada. Their all-in-one platform streamlines daily operations by seamlessly integrating scheduling, inventory management, accounting, and customer relationship tools into a single, user-friendly system |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-31T12:42:14+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-31T18:21:45.615901+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | autorepairsoftware.com |
| Business Sector | Transportation |
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