Ransomware Report - 04/12/2026
Statistical Overview
Victim Totals
- This month: 270
- This quarter: 270
- Year to date: 2892
- Last 24h: 13
Quarterly Breakdown Q1: 2622 - Q2: 270 - Q3: 0 - Q4: 0
Q2 has seen a moderate start with 270 victims, building on a significant Q1. The last 24 hours reflect consistent, though lower, daily ransomware activity compared to the overall quarterly pace.
Introduction
The past 24 hours registered 13 new ransomware victims, showing ongoing threat actor activity. The most prolific groups identified were The Gentelman, responsible for 9 reported attacks, followed by INC Ransom with 3 victims, and Krybit with 1. Affected sectors were diverse, covering manufacturing, government, and technology in various global regions.
Ransomware Summary Table
| # | Group | Victims (24h) | Sample Victims | Geos | Sectors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Gentelman | 9 | Brand collective, Brc biotechnology, Cleor (+6) | India, Ghana | Manufacturing, Retail & Ecommerce |
| 2 | INC Ransom | 3 | Straten & Kollegen, mastercom.com.au, morgancountyga.gov | Australia, Germany | Government / Public Sector, Telecommunications |
| 3 | Krybit | 1 | Dencom.co.nz | New Zealand | Technology / Software |
The Gentelman group accounted for most new victims in the last 24 hours, primarily impacting manufacturing and retail sectors across India and Ghana. INC Ransom targeted Australia and Germany, and compromised morgancountyga.gov, showing a continued focus on government and public sector entities. Krybit, a less frequently observed group, registered one victim in the technology sector in New Zealand.
Victim Distribution
By Country
- United States: 3
- Australia: 2
- China: 2
- Germany: 2
- France: 1
- Ghana: 1
- India: 1
- New Zealand: 1
By Industry
- Apparel, Footwear, and Sports Brands: 1
- Telecommunications: 1
- Biopharmaceutical Services: 1
- Investment Management: 1
- Jewelry Retail: 1
- Metal Surface Treatment: 1
- Tax Consulting: 1
- Healthcare: 1
- IT Services and IT Consulting: 1
- Information Technology Services: 1
Ransomware targeting remains globally distributed, with the United States, Australia, China, and Germany experiencing multiple incidents. The lack of a single leading industry victim suggests ransomware operators employ an opportunistic, broad targeting approach rather than a concentrated campaign against one sector.
Ransomware News
Topline No specific ransomware-related news campaigns or vulnerabilities were publicly reported within the last 24 hours.
Campaigns & Operations No distinct campaigns or operational shifts by ransomware actors were widely disclosed. Focus remains on ongoing activity observed through leak site monitoring. Current intelligence indicates a continuation of established ransomware group operations.
Vulnerabilities & TTPs No new critical vulnerabilities (CVEs) or significant changes in ransomware Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) were identified in public reporting during this period. Actors primarily used existing attack vectors.
Analyst Note This suggests a period without major, publicly confirmed disclosures of new attack vectors or widespread incidents, though baseline ransomware activity persists.
Technical Takeaways
- The Gentelman group accounted for 69% of observed ransomware victims in the last 24 hours, showing its significant operational tempo.
- INC Ransom compromised a government entity (
morgancountyga.gov), showing sustained targeting of public sector infrastructure. - Ransomware groups continue to target diverse geographies, with victims reported across eight countries within a single 24-hour period.
- Krybit's appearance, with one victim, indicates various groups, including less active ones, contribute to ransomware activity.
FAQ
Q: Which ransomware groups were most active in the last 24 hours?
The most active ransomware groups observed in the last 24 hours were The Gentelman with 9 reported victims, INC Ransom with 3 victims, and Krybit with 1 victim. The Gentelman was more active than other groups during this period.
Q: What industries were targeted by ransomware operators today?
Ransomware operators targeted various industries today: Apparel, Footwear, and Sports Brands; Telecommunications; Biopharmaceutical Services; Investment Management; Government / Public Sector; and Technology/Software. No single industry showed a concentrated surge in attacks.
Q: Which countries experienced the most ransomware attacks today?
The United States recorded 3 new ransomware victims, the most of any country in the last 24 hours. Australia, China, and Germany each reported 2 new victims, showing continued global distribution of attacks.
Q: Was any government entity impacted by ransomware in the last 24 hours?
Yes, a government entity was impacted in the last 24 hours. morgancountyga.gov was listed as a victim of the INC Ransom group.
