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Ransomware attacks in Libya

4 organisations in Libya have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #131 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
4
0% of global total
Global rank
#131
of 181 countries
Active groups
4
Most: Qilin
Sectors
4
Most: Financial Services

ThreatAI analysis

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

Libya in the global picture

Libya accounts for 4 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #131 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Financial Services, Energy, Technology.

Who is most active in Libya

Qilin — 1 victims in Libya. Qilin ransomware was first observed in July of 2022. Payload — 1 victims in Libya. Dragonransomware — 1 victims in Libya. Dragon Ransomware, is promising rapid and customizable ransomware operations for Windows systems.

Ransomware threat profile: Libya

Libya ranks #131 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 4 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Qilin, Payload and Dragonransomware.

The most frequently listed industries in Libya are Financial Services, Energy, Technology. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Libya'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 Libya 4

Organization Disclosed
Central Bank of Libya
Qilin
El Wastani Petroleum Company (WASCO)
Payload
www.bsisp.ly
Dragonransomware
moi.gov.ly
Killsec

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Libya?

Libya has recorded 4 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #131 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Libya?

The ransomware groups most active in Libya are Qilin, Payload, Dragonransomware, Killsec. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Libya.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Libya?

In Libya, the most frequently targeted sectors are Financial Services, Energy, Technology. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does Libya rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Libya ranks #131 globally for ransomware attacks with 4 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,674 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Libya protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Libya 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 Libya is also recommended.