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Ransomware group thegentlemen hits Babcock
Babcock — a government & defense target operating in ZA has been listed by the thegentlemen ransomware group on 2026-08-19. The information below reflects what the threat actor has publicly claimed on their leak site; the details have not been independently verified.
Incident Report
| Target Organization | Babcock |
|---|---|
| Threat Group | thegentlemen |
| Summary | babcock.co.za rocketreach.co/babcock-international-group-africa-profile_b5cda591f42e0b42 Babcock Africa is a leading engineering and asset management company specializing in critical infrastructure and heavy equipment across the African continent. With over 130 years of experience, it provides lifetime engineering solutions, including industrial power systems, construction machinery, plant hire, and defense support. The company partners with demanding sectors such as energy, mining, transport, and manufacturing to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Its core focus is on designing, building, and sustaining complex assets through comprehensive maintenance and innovative technical services. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-19 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-19 |
| Region | ZA |
| Target Domain | babcock.co.za |
| Business Sector | Government & Defense |
| Severity | MEDIUM |
Claim by thegentlemen
babcock.co.za rocketreach.co/babcock-international-group-africa-profile_b5cda591f42e0b42 Babcock Africa is a leading engineering and asset management company specializing in critical infrastructure and heavy equipment across the African continent. With over 130 years of experience, it provides lifetime engineering solutions, including industrial power systems, construction machinery, plant hire, and defense support. The company partners with demanding sectors such as energy, mining, transport, and manufacturing to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Its core focus is on designing, building, and sustaining complex assets through comprehensive maintenance and innovative technical services.
Posted by the thegentlemen threat actor on its public leak site. This is the group's own statement and has not been independently verified by HackerFeeds.
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