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Ransomware attacks in Albania

3 organisations in Albania have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #137 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
3
0% of global total
Global rank
#137
of 180 countries
Active groups
2
Most: Emperador
Sectors
2
Most: Education

ThreatAI analysis

Compiled from this database and the ransomware.live profiles of the groups active in Albania. Figures are computed from the tracked records, not inferred.

Albania sees a notable 3 reported ransomware victims, ranked 137 globally; key actors include Emperador and Nova, targeting Education and Transportation sectors heavily.

Albania in the global picture

Albania accounts for 3 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #137 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Education, Transportation/Logistics.

Who is most active in Albania

Emperador — 2 victims in Albania. Nova — 1 victims in Albania. Nova (formerly RALord) is a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group that encrypts victims’files and uses double-extortion tactics to pressure organizations into paying for decryption and data non-disclosure.

Ransomware threat profile: Albania

Albania ranks #137 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 3 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Emperador and Nova.

The most frequently listed industries in Albania are Education, Transportation/Logistics. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Albania's integration into the global economy and the reach of ransomware operations that target organisations of every size. Organisations here should weigh the active groups documented on this page when prioritising detection rules and incident-response planning.

Victims in Albania 3

Organization Disclosed
Albania's Official National Teacher Training Portal
Emperador
Albania's official national teacher training portal.
Emperador
Saplog Group
Nova

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Albania?

Albania has recorded 3 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #137 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Albania?

The ransomware groups most active in Albania are Emperador, Nova. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Albania.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Albania?

In Albania, the most frequently targeted sectors are Education, Transportation/Logistics. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does Albania rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Albania ranks #137 globally for ransomware attacks with 3 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,627 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Albania protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Albania should implement a layered security approach including regular offline backups, network segmentation, multi-factor authentication, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and employee security awareness training. Monitoring threat intelligence feeds for active groups targeting Albania is also recommended.