Krebs on Security
6/10/2026

Who Runs the Ransomware Group ‘The Gentlemen?’
Short summary
The Gentlemen ransomware gang has rapidly risen to become the second most active group by victim count, fueling growth through aggressive recruitment offering hackers 90% of ransoms. This compensation model shows how ransomware enterprises are evolving into structured competitive operations. Investigators analyze evidence attempting to identify the administrator's real-world identity.
- •The Gentlemen ranks second most active ransomware gang by victim count
- •Gang attracts affiliates with 90% ransom splits, above typical market rates
- •Investigators examine clues to identify the administrator's real-world identity
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