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Ransomware attacks in North Macedonia

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

Victims
6
0% of global total
Global rank
#105
of 181 countries
Active groups
6
Most: Qilin
Sectors
4
Most: Public Sector

ThreatAI analysis

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

North Macedonia saw ransomware activity recorded against 6 victims globally, ranking at position 105 on the threat scale, with Thegentlemen and Apt73 emerging as top groups targeting sectors including Public Sector and Retail & E-Commerce.

North Macedonia in the global picture

North Macedonia 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 Public Sector, Retail & E-Commerce, Healthcare.

Who is most active in North Macedonia

Qilin — 1 victims in North Macedonia. Qilin ransomware was first observed in July of 2022. Thegentlemen — 1 victims in North Macedonia. Apt73 — 1 victims in North Macedonia.

Where to report an incident in North Macedonia

National computer emergency response teams for North Macedonia, 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: North Macedonia

North Macedonia 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 Qilin, Thegentlemen and Apt73.

The most frequently listed industries in North Macedonia are Public Sector, Retail & E-Commerce, Healthcare. Healthcare is especially exposed: an outage at a hospital or clinic can put patients at risk, which raises the pressure to pay quickly.

The volume reflects North Macedonia'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 North Macedonia 6

Organization Disclosed
AFSARD
Qilin
MK Jewelry
Thegentlemen
alkaloid.com.mk
Apt73
skopje.gov.mk
Babuk2
skopje.gov.mk
Funksec
mioa.gov
Stormous

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in North Macedonia?

North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia?

The ransomware groups most active in North Macedonia are Qilin, Thegentlemen, Apt73, Babuk2. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to North Macedonia.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in North Macedonia?

In North Macedonia, the most frequently targeted sectors are Public Sector, Retail & E-Commerce, Healthcare. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does North Macedonia rank globally for ransomware attacks?

North Macedonia ranks #105 globally for ransomware attacks with 6 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,635 tracked victims.

How can organisations in North Macedonia protect against ransomware?

Organisations in North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia is also recommended.