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Ransomware attacks in Mongolia

9 organisations in Mongolia have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #87 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
9
0% of global total
Global rank
#87
of 181 countries
Active groups
5
Most: Funksec
Sectors
5
Most: Public Sector

ThreatAI analysis

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

Mongolia has recorded eight ransomware attacks globally ranked 97th; its public sector and transportation/logistics are hit by groups Funksec and Darkvault.

Mongolia in the global picture

Mongolia accounts for 9 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #87 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Public Sector, Technology, Transportation/Logistics.

Who is most active in Mongolia

Funksec — 5 victims in Mongolia. Play — 1 victims in Mongolia. Initially observed in June 2022, the Play ransomware (a.k.a PlayCrypt) operates through double extortion, targeting numerous organizations in Latin America. Babuk2 — 1 victims in Mongolia. Babuk Locker 2.0, also known as Bjorka or SkyWave, after failing to make any profit from selling public databases on forums, decided to impersonate Babuk Ransomware group.

Where to report an incident in Mongolia

National computer emergency response teams for Mongolia, 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: Mongolia

Mongolia ranks #87 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 9 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Funksec, Play and Babuk2.

The most frequently listed industries in Mongolia are Public Sector, Technology, Transportation/Logistics. 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 Mongolia'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 Mongolia 9

Organization Disclosed
Advanced Imaging Solutions
Play
rtdc.gov.mn
Babuk2
barilga.gov.mn
Funksec
bayan-ulgii.cfga.gov.mn
Funksec
tsag-agaar.gov.mn
Funksec
timely.mn
Darkvault
ndc.energy.mn
Funksec
rtdc.gov.mn
Funksec
Intermed Hospital Mongolia
Spacebears

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Mongolia?

Mongolia has recorded 9 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #87 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Mongolia?

The ransomware groups most active in Mongolia are Funksec, Play, Babuk2, Darkvault. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Mongolia.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Mongolia?

In Mongolia, the most frequently targeted sectors are Public Sector, Technology, Transportation/Logistics. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does Mongolia rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Mongolia ranks #87 globally for ransomware attacks with 9 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,642 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Mongolia protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Mongolia 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 Mongolia is also recommended.