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Ransomware attacks in Moldova

6 organisations in Moldova have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #105 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
6
0% of global total
Global rank
#105
of 185 countries
Active groups
5
Most: Booba project
Sectors
3
Most: Financial Services

ThreatAI analysis

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

Moldova in the global picture

Moldova accounts for 6 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #105 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Financial Services, Business Services, Public Sector.

Who is most active in Moldova

Booba project — 2 victims in Moldova. Booba. Threeam — 1 victims in Moldova. A new Ransomware family identified by the name '3AM' or 'ThreeAM' in September 2023. Nova — 1 victims in Moldova. 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.

Where to report an incident in Moldova

National computer emergency response teams for Moldova, 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: Moldova

Moldova ranks #105 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 6 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Booba project, Threeam and Nova.

The most frequently listed industries in Moldova are Financial Services, Business Services, Public Sector. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Moldova'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 Moldova 6

Organization Disclosed
GOTTHELF
Booba project
GOTTHELF
Booba project
wmdn.net
Threeam
Center Of Information Technologies In Finance Public Institution
Nova
Bekman Marder Hopper Malarkey & Perlin
Qilin
compensatii.gov.md
Apt73

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Moldova?

Moldova has recorded 6 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #105 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Moldova?

The ransomware groups most active in Moldova are Booba project, Threeam, Nova, Qilin. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Moldova.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Moldova?

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

How does Moldova rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Moldova ranks #105 globally for ransomware attacks with 6 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 24,195 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Moldova protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Moldova 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 Moldova is also recommended.