Ransomware Group thegentlemen Hits: Vicenzi Group
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Vicenzi Group — an organization based in IT — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group thegentlemen. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-11T07:21:45.049540+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Vicenzi Group |
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | ***.it zoominfo.com/c/vicenzi-spa/1101977046 Vicenzi Group, founded in 1905 by Matilde Vicenzi, is a historic Italian confectionery company renowned for producing high-quality biscuits and traditional pastries. Based in Verona, the family-owned business has grown into a global brand dedicated to becoming the world leader in premium Italian sweet treats. The company employs hundreds of people and successfully combines authentic recipes with modern sustainable practices to deliver its products to international markets |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-10T03:22:21+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-11T07:21:45.049540+00:00 |
| Region | IT |
| Target Domain | vicenzi.it |
| Business Sector | Agriculture and Food Production |
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