Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Velum
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Velum — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-23T15:07:41.144143+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Velum |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.biz zoominfo.com/c/velum-inc/372599932 We are making some files publicly available. We have hundreds of gigabytes of your files, including database projects, client contracts, personal data, and documents. If you do not want to face the consequences of a data breach, please contact us; otherwise, everything will be published. VELUM is a French manufacturer of professional lighting solutions based in Bischoffsheim, Alsace, operating since 1975. The company specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing custom LED lighting fixtures for both indoor and outdoor environments. As a family-owned business, VELUM provides comprehensive support, including lighting studies, technical advice, and tailored solutions for professionals across various sectors |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-23T09:18:11+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-23T15:07:41.144143+00:00 |
| Target Domain | velum.biz |
| Business Sector | Technology |
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Disclaimer
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