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Ransomware attacks in Tuvalu

5 organisations in Tuvalu have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #117 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
5
0% of global total
Global rank
#117
of 179 countries
Active groups
3
Most: Ransomhub
Sectors
2
Most: Technology

ThreatAI analysis

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

Tuvalu has recorded 5 ransomware attacks globally ranking at 117th position with its main actors being Ransomhub and Babuk2 focusing on Technology and Hospitality and Tourism sectors.

Tuvalu in the global picture

Tuvalu accounts for 5 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #117 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Technology, Hospitality and Tourism.

Who is most active in Tuvalu

Ransomhub — 3 victims in Tuvalu. The group emerged in mid-February 2024 and has already listed several organizations as alleged victims of their attacks, resulting from extortion through encryption and data leaks. Babuk2 — 1 victims in Tuvalu. 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. Akira — 1 victims in Tuvalu. The Akira ransomware group is said to have emerged in March 2023, and there's much speculation about its ties to the former CONTI ransomware group.

Ransomware threat profile: Tuvalu

Tuvalu ranks #117 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 5 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Ransomhub, Babuk2 and Akira.

The most frequently listed industries in Tuvalu are Technology, Hospitality and Tourism. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Tuvalu'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 Tuvalu 5

Organization Disclosed
www.go4kora.tv
Babuk2
www.clevo.com.tw
Ransomhub
www.go4kora.tv
Ransomhub
go4kora
Ransomhub
Gansevoort Hotel Group
Akira

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Tuvalu?

Tuvalu has recorded 5 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #117 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Tuvalu?

The ransomware groups most active in Tuvalu are Ransomhub, Babuk2, Akira. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Tuvalu.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Tuvalu?

In Tuvalu, the most frequently targeted sectors are Technology, Hospitality and Tourism. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does Tuvalu rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Tuvalu ranks #117 globally for ransomware attacks with 5 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,129 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Tuvalu protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Tuvalu 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 Tuvalu is also recommended.