Namibian Defence Force listed by Ransomhouse ransomware group

The Ransomhouse ransomware operation listed the Namibian Defence Force (NDF), the national military of Namibia, as a victim on 16 September 2026. The listing records an attack date of 12 September 2026. The amount of data involved has not been disclosed.

Overview

The NDF is the national military of Namibia, comprising its land, air and naval forces under the country's Ministry of Defence. The Ministry maintains the official site at mod.gov.na. No public statement from the Ministry of Defence has been found confirming the incident.

What was published

The NDF entry appeared on the Ransomhouse leak site, reachable through both clearnet and its onion address. The listing names the organisation and places it in the government and defence sector. It does not state the volume of files, the number of records, or whether a payment deadline has been set, and it does not publish sample data as of this report.

What remains unknown

• The volume and type of data claimed to be exfiltrated.
• Whether the claim is accurate or an attempt to pressure the organisation.
• Whether the Ministry of Defence has responded to the group.
• The extent of any operational or personnel impact.

Risks for affected individuals

• Targeted phishing using military titles, ranks or service records to gain trust.
• Attempts to reuse personal details linked to NDF or defence personnel for credential theft.
• Social engineering sent through mail, phone or social media under the Ministry of Defence identity.

What affected people should do

Current and former members of the Namibian Defence Force should monitor official Ministry of Defence channels for guidance. Personnel should watch for targeted phishing that references military records or personal details and avoid responding to unsolicited messages that claim to hold sensitive information. Organisations that interact with the Defence Force should review access and handling of shared data while the claim is assessed.