Egypt
EGRansomware victim intelligence profile · Ranked #41 globally · Updated: Sep 6, 2026
ThreatAI Analysis
Compiled from this database and the ransomware.live profiles of the groups active in Egypt. Figures are computed from the tracked records, not inferred.
Ransomware attacks against Egypt have led to 63 recorded victims with a global rank of 40; most active groups targeting healthcare, construction, and hospitality include Nightspire, Thegentlemen, and Funksec.
Egypt in the global picture
Egypt accounts for 63 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #41 worldwide and making up 0.3% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Healthcare, Construction, Hospitality and Tourism.
Who is most active in Egypt
Nightspire — 8 victims in Egypt. Thegentlemen — 6 victims in Egypt. Funksec — 5 victims in Egypt.
Where to report an incident in Egypt
- Egyptian National Computer Emergency Readiness Team · [email protected] · website
National computer emergency response teams for Egypt, as registered with ENISA and the teams themselves. Regional, sectoral and vendor response teams are excluded; verify current contact details before relying on them in an incident.
Ransomware Threat Profile: Egypt
Egypt ranks #41 globally for ransomware attacks, with 63 confirmed victims in this database — representing 0.3% of the worldwide total. The most active ransomware groups targeting Egypt include Nightspire, Thegentlemen, Funksec.
The most frequently targeted industries in Egypt are Healthcare, Construction, Hospitality and Tourism. The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable because attacks on hospitals and medical providers can create life-threatening situations, increasing pressure to pay ransoms quickly.
Egypt'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 Egypt should consider the active threat groups documented here when assessing their cybersecurity posture, implementing detection rules, and prioritising incident response planning.
Recent Victims in Egypt (showing 63 of 63)
| # | Organization | Group | Sector | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ADG Healthcare | Orova | Healthcare | Aug 4, 2026 |
| 2 | nilepet.com | Krybit | Retail & E-Commerce | Jul 23, 2026 |
| 3 | Sinai Grand Casino | Dragonforce | Hospitality and Tourism | Jul 16, 2026 |
| 4 | EBNY Development | Thegentlemen | Construction | Jul 7, 2026 |
| 5 | Great Foods | Lamashtu | Agriculture and Food Production | Jun 17, 2026 |
| 6 | Sheraton Miramar Resort El Gouna | Nightspire | Hospitality and Tourism | Jun 15, 2026 |
| 7 | basatamfi | Nightspire | — | May 26, 2026 |
| 8 | Papa John's Egypt | Nightspire | Hospitality and Tourism | May 24, 2026 |
| 9 | Rawaj Consumer Finance | Nightspire | Financial Services | May 24, 2026 |
| 10 | Misr Chemical Industries | Thegentlemen | Manufacturing | May 9, 2026 |
| 11 | rhactushotel.com | Lockbit5 | Hospitality and Tourism | May 7, 2026 |
| 12 | Luna Group | Lamashtu | — | May 4, 2026 |
| 13 | EEC Group | Thegentlemen | Business Services | Apr 26, 2026 |
| 14 | orientalweavers.com | Payload | Manufacturing | Apr 16, 2026 |
| 15 | gas.mercedes-benz.com.eg | Lockbit5 | Transportation/Logistics | Apr 14, 2026 |
| 16 | ACE Consulting Engineers | Thegentlemen | Business Services | Apr 8, 2026 |
| 17 | AUG Pharma | Dragonforce | Healthcare | Apr 4, 2026 |
| 18 | United Finance Egypt | Payload | Financial Services | Apr 3, 2026 |
| 19 | INTERACT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS | Pear | Technology | Mar 6, 2026 |
| 20 | Rowad Modern Engineering | Crypto24 | Construction | Mar 5, 2026 |
| 21 | pay*** | Vect | Financial Services | Feb 24, 2026 |
| 22 | moa.gov.eg | Lockbit5 | Public Sector | Feb 23, 2026 |
| 23 | sodic.com | Payload | Construction | Feb 17, 2026 |
| 24 | Nile Air Information | Thegentlemen | Transportation/Logistics | Feb 13, 2026 |
| 25 | Smart Glass | Thegentlemen | Technology | Feb 13, 2026 |
| 26 | ECOBAT EGYPT | The green blood group | Manufacturing | Feb 4, 2026 |
| 27 | ELKAIR.COM | Clop | — | Jan 25, 2026 |
| 28 | Arkan | Ransomhouse | Manufacturing | Dec 29, 2025 |
| 29 | 3S Software (Secured Smart Systems Overview Metrics) | Dragonforce | Technology | Dec 5, 2025 |
| 30 | Arabia Holding | Qilin | — | Nov 26, 2025 |
| 31 | LAMAICA, Egypt | Nightspire | — | Nov 25, 2025 |
| 32 | SAMCRETE.COM | Clop | Construction | Nov 13, 2025 |
| 33 | ELSEWEDYELECTRIC.COM | Clop | Energy | Nov 7, 2025 |
| 34 | Al Ahly Leasing & Factoring Company | Blackshrantac | Financial Services | Oct 20, 2025 |
| 35 | meamargroup.com | Obscura | — | Oct 13, 2025 |
| 36 | MeamarGroup | Obscura | Construction | Sep 5, 2025 |
| 37 | eehc.gov.eg | Devman | Public Sector | Jul 15, 2025 |
| 38 | Future Association for Microfinance | Nightspire | Financial Services | May 5, 2025 |
| 39 | Dar Al Teb | Gunra | Healthcare | Apr 23, 2025 |
| 40 | INI Investments | Nightspire | — | Apr 13, 2025 |
| 41 | Tawasol | Devman | — | Apr 13, 2025 |
| 42 | International Busines Service | Crypto24 | Business Services | Apr 8, 2025 |
| 43 | IACC Holdings | Dragonforce | Transportation/Logistics | Apr 6, 2025 |
| 44 | MISR AL MAHABA HOSPITAL | Nightspire | Healthcare | Mar 25, 2025 |
| 45 | isee-eg.com | Funksec | Technology | Mar 11, 2025 |
| 46 | Shaghalni | Killsec | — | Feb 23, 2025 |
| 47 | SPEED Co | Hunters | — | Feb 22, 2025 |
| 48 | X-lab group | Fog | — | Feb 4, 2025 |
| 49 | www.fgse.cu.edu.eg | Gdlockersec | Education | Jan 26, 2025 |
| 50 | mts.gov.eg | Funksec | Public Sector | Jan 15, 2025 |
| 51 | Sharm Reef Hotel | Spacebears | Hospitality and Tourism | Jan 14, 2025 |
| 52 | gags.gov.eg | Funksec | Public Sector | Jan 9, 2025 |
| 53 | egyptair.com 5 sell | Funksec | Transportation/Logistics | Dec 24, 2024 |
| 54 | egyptair.com 5 with 10K ! | Funksec | Transportation/Logistics | Dec 23, 2024 |
| 55 | The Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) | Moneymessage | Public Sector | Nov 17, 2024 |
| 56 | Value Dental Center | Everest | Healthcare | Nov 13, 2024 |
| 57 | Matouk Bassiouny | Raworld | Business Services | Oct 25, 2024 |
| 58 | Labib Funk Associates | Nitrogen | Construction | Oct 1, 2024 |
| 59 | assih.com | Lockbit3 | Healthcare | Jul 19, 2024 |
| 60 | elarabygroup.com | Lockbit3 | Business Services | May 6, 2024 |
| 61 | Power Generation Engineering and Services Company (PGESCo) - pgesco.com | Ransomhub | Energy | Mar 22, 2024 |
| 62 | elezabypharmacy.com | Lockbit3 | Healthcare | Mar 15, 2024 |
| 63 | ArpuPlus | Medusa | Technology | Feb 6, 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Egypt?
Egypt has recorded 63 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #41 globally. This represents 0.3% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.
Which ransomware groups target Egypt?
The ransomware groups most active in Egypt are Nightspire, Thegentlemen, Funksec, Dragonforce. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Egypt.
Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Egypt?
In Egypt, the most frequently targeted sectors are Healthcare, Construction, Hospitality and Tourism. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.
How does Egypt rank globally for ransomware attacks?
Egypt ranks #41 globally for ransomware attacks with 63 victim disclosures, representing 0.3% of the worldwide total of 21,388 tracked victims.
How can organisations in Egypt protect against ransomware?
Organisations in Egypt 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 Egypt is also recommended.