Venezuela
VERansomware victim intelligence profile · Ranked #50 globally · Updated: May 14, 2026
Ransomware Threat Profile: Venezuela
Venezuela ranks #50 globally for ransomware attacks, with 24 confirmed victims in this database — representing 0.1% of the worldwide total. The most active ransomware groups targeting Venezuela include Thegentlemen, Qilin, Lockbit5.
The most frequently targeted industries in Venezuela are Financial Services, Consumer Services, Transportation/Logistics. The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable because attacks on hospitals and medical providers can create life-threatening situations, increasing pressure to pay ransoms quickly.
Venezuela's attack volume reflects broader trends in ransomware targeting: the volume of attacks reflects the country's integration into the global economy and the proliferation of ransomware operations that target organisations of all sizes worldwide.
Organisations in Venezuela should consider the active threat groups documented here when assessing their cybersecurity posture, implementing detection rules, and prioritising incident response planning.
Recent Victims in Venezuela (20 cached of 24 total)
| # | Organization | Group | Sector | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHX Express | Thegentlemen | Transportation/Logistics | May 9, 2026 |
| 2 | meditron.com.ve | Payload | Healthcare | Apr 23, 2026 |
| 3 | CH Express | Thegentlemen | Transportation/Logistics | Apr 19, 2026 |
| 4 | fondonorma.org.ve | Lockbit5 | Financial Services | Apr 14, 2026 |
| 5 | www.bnc.com.ve | Qilin | Financial Services | Apr 7, 2026 |
| 6 | Cisneros group | Nova | Consumer Services | Jan 11, 2026 |
| 7 | tealca.com | Lockbit5 | Transportation/Logistics | Dec 26, 2025 |
| 8 | Rio supermarket | Qilin | Consumer Services | Dec 20, 2025 |
| 9 | Tecnomarket | Sinobi | Consumer Services | Oct 8, 2025 |
| 10 | Venezuela Re | Thegentlemen | Financial Services | Sep 9, 2025 |
| 11 | venezolanadepinturas.com | J | Manufacturing | Jun 2, 2025 |
| 12 | daycohost.com | J | Technology | Jun 1, 2025 |
| 13 | EPK | Nightspire | — | May 19, 2025 |
| 14 | branchcore | Nightspire | — | May 19, 2025 |
| 15 | www.gob.ve | Babuk2 | Public Sector | Mar 19, 2025 |
| 16 | Grupo Vargas | Ransomexx | Healthcare | Mar 4, 2025 |
| 17 | farmatodo.com | Akira | Consumer Services | Jan 31, 2025 |
| 18 | Banco de Fomento Internacional | Lynx | Financial Services | Nov 12, 2024 |
| 19 | mirandaproduce.com.ve | Lockbit3 | Agriculture and Food Production | Nov 1, 2024 |
| 20 | PetroSouth | Qilin | Energy | Nov 1, 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Venezuela?
Venezuela has recorded 24 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #50 globally. This represents 0.1% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.
Which ransomware groups target Venezuela?
The ransomware groups most active in Venezuela are Thegentlemen, Qilin, Lockbit5, J. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Venezuela.
Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Venezuela?
In Venezuela, the most frequently targeted sectors are Financial Services, Consumer Services, Transportation/Logistics. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.
How does Venezuela rank globally for ransomware attacks?
Venezuela ranks #50 globally for ransomware attacks with 24 victim disclosures, representing 0.1% of the worldwide total of 17,863 tracked victims.
How can organisations in Venezuela protect against ransomware?
Organisations in Venezuela 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 Venezuela is also recommended.