DGRSDT Algeria: researcher database claimed compromised on DarkForums

Overview

In July 2026, a DarkForums user operating under the name anisanas2 announced the compromise of the Directorate-General for Scientific Research and Technological Development (DGRSDT) of Algeria. The post claims access to a full dataset covering doctoral graduates and researchers working with the Algerian government, including personal information, government identifiers and project files. The poster holds V.I.P rank on the forum and has been a member since November 2025.

What was published

The listing states that the extracted data contains, for each researcher:

• Full name and email address
• National ID and platform ID
• Phone number and role
• Degree, supervisor and years of doctoral study
• Establishment name and doctoral project files

The poster also claims the dataset includes certificates of enrollment, selfies and complete project submissions across all fields funded by the Algerian government.

Risks for affected individuals

Researchers and doctoral graduates whose records are in the dataset face risks of identity fraud, phishing tailored to their academic work, and misuse of government identifiers. Contact details tied to official research programs can be used to craft convincing social engineering.

What remains unknown

The total number of records is not disclosed, and no sample has been published publicly. DGRSDT has not commented on the claim. It is unclear whether the data was sold, released, or retained by the actor.

What affected people should do

Researchers in Algerian public programs should watch for phishing messages referencing their projects, monitor accounts linked to their official emails, and report any suspicious contact to DGRSDT and national cybersecurity authorities.