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Ransomware attacks in Samoa

3 organisations in Samoa have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #136 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
3
0% of global total
Global rank
#136
of 181 countries
Active groups
2
Most: Thegentlemen
Sectors
3
Most: Transportation

ThreatAI analysis

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

Samoa sees low ransomware activity with only three recorded victims globally ranked 136th, while Thegentlemen and Lockbit5 are frequent attackers targeting sectors like Transportation, Public Sector, Energy.

Samoa in the global picture

Samoa accounts for 3 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #136 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Transportation, Public Sector, Energy.

Who is most active in Samoa

Thegentlemen — 2 victims in Samoa. Lockbit5 — 1 victims in Samoa.

Ransomware threat profile: Samoa

Samoa ranks #136 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 3 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Thegentlemen and Lockbit5.

The most frequently listed industries in Samoa are Transportation, Public Sector, Energy. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Samoa'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 Samoa 3

Organization Disclosed
Oceanica Internacional
Thegentlemen
ombudsman.gov.ws
Lockbit5
Oceania Gas Chemicals & Related Products
Thegentlemen

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Samoa?

Samoa has recorded 3 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #136 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Samoa?

The ransomware groups most active in Samoa are Thegentlemen, Lockbit5. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Samoa.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Samoa?

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

How does Samoa rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Samoa ranks #136 globally for ransomware attacks with 3 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,686 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Samoa protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Samoa 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 Samoa is also recommended.