Dominican Republic
DORansomware victim intelligence profile · Ranked #54 globally · Updated: Aug 3, 2026
Ransomware Threat Profile: Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic ranks #54 globally for ransomware attacks, with 23 confirmed victims in this database — representing 0.1% of the worldwide total. The most active ransomware groups targeting Dominican Republic include Lockbit5, Dragonforce, Incransom.
The most frequently targeted industries in Dominican Republic are Agriculture and Food Production, Business Services, Manufacturing. The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable because attacks on hospitals and medical providers can create life-threatening situations, increasing pressure to pay ransoms quickly.
Dominican Republic's attack volume reflects broader trends in ransomware targeting: the volume of attacks reflects the country's integration into the global economy and the proliferation of ransomware operations that target organisations of all sizes worldwide.
Organisations in Dominican Republic should consider the active threat groups documented here when assessing their cybersecurity posture, implementing detection rules, and prioritising incident response planning.
Recent Victims in Dominican Republic (showing 23 of 23)
| # | Organization | Group | Sector | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | magna.com.do | Lockbit5 | Business Services | Jul 11, 2026 |
| 2 | politur.gob.do | Krybit | Public Sector | Jun 25, 2026 |
| 3 | centralromana.com.do | Lockbit5 | Agriculture and Food Production | Jun 11, 2026 |
| 4 | Plaza Lama | Payload | Hospitality and Tourism | Jun 8, 2026 |
| 5 | foodsmart.com.do | Krybit | Agriculture and Food Production | May 5, 2026 |
| 6 | marti.do | Lockbit5 | Manufacturing | Apr 14, 2026 |
| 7 | Alcoholes Finos Dominicanos | Payload | Agriculture and Food Production | Mar 14, 2026 |
| 8 | Pollo Cibao | Thegentlemen | Agriculture and Food Production | Feb 21, 2026 |
| 9 | VoiceTeam Call | Dragonforce | Telecommunication | Dec 8, 2025 |
| 10 | Kettle, Sánchez & Co | Dragonforce | Business Services | Nov 21, 2025 |
| 11 | Marmotech | Dragonforce | Manufacturing | Oct 27, 2025 |
| 12 | EcoPetróleo | Medusa | Energy | Oct 14, 2025 |
| 13 | RAC Consultoria | Spacebears | Business Services | Sep 17, 2025 |
| 14 | National Institute of Water Resources | Incransom | Public Sector | Jul 14, 2025 |
| 15 | INICIA | Direwolf | Agriculture and Food Production | Jul 8, 2025 |
| 16 | Fund for Reformed Companies (FONPER) | Incransom | Financial Services | Jun 25, 2025 |
| 17 | SJERP | Nova | Technology | Apr 29, 2025 |
| 18 | www.cormidom.com.do | Ransomhub | Manufacturing | Mar 25, 2025 |
| 19 | Edesur Dominicana | Hunters | Energy | Mar 11, 2025 |
| 20 | cana group corp | Sarcoma | Agriculture and Food Production | Jan 20, 2025 |
| 21 | www.ramoncorripio.com | Ransomhub | Business Services | Aug 30, 2024 |
| 22 | Boombah Inc. | Incransom | Manufacturing | Aug 9, 2024 |
| 23 | unidad-de-oftalmologia-y-catarata.negocio.site | Dispossessor | Healthcare | Apr 19, 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Dominican Republic?
Dominican Republic has recorded 23 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #54 globally. This represents 0.1% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.
Which ransomware groups target Dominican Republic?
The ransomware groups most active in Dominican Republic are Lockbit5, Dragonforce, Incransom, Krybit. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Dominican Republic.
Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Dominican Republic?
In Dominican Republic, the most frequently targeted sectors are Agriculture and Food Production, Business Services, Manufacturing. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.
How does Dominican Republic rank globally for ransomware attacks?
Dominican Republic ranks #54 globally for ransomware attacks with 23 victim disclosures, representing 0.1% of the worldwide total of 20,061 tracked victims.
How can organisations in Dominican Republic protect against ransomware?
Organisations in Dominican Republic 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 Dominican Republic is also recommended.