Security · 13d ago
Ransomware Group ‘The Gentlemen’ Recruits Hackers with 90% Payouts
The Gentlemen ransomware group has become the second most active gang by victim count, offering affiliates 90% of ransom payments. The group’s rapid growth and aggressive recruitment strategy have drawn attention from cybersecurity researchers. Investigators are now probing clues to identify the group’s administrator.
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The 90% affiliate cut is unusually high, suggesting the group prioritizes scale over profit—a tactic that could fuel a surge in ransomware attacks.
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