PGESCo listed by the RansomHub ransomware group

Overview

Power Generation Engineering and Services Company (PGESCo), an Egyptian engineering and consulting firm, was listed by the RansomHub ransomware group in March 2024. The listing reports a data size of 8 TB and indicates the systems were encrypted. PGESCo provides engineering services for the power generation sector in Egypt and the region.

What was published

The RansomHub listing for PGESCo shows a data size of 8 TB with the data marked as crypted, and was not yet published at the time of capture. The page recorded 170 visits. RansomHub listings of this kind typically lead to a full data release if the victim does not pay.

Risks for affected individuals

Engineering firms hold project documentation, employee records, and client contracts. An 8 TB dataset could include detailed technical drawings, correspondence, and personal data of staff. Exposure could lead to industrial espionage and targeted phishing.

What remains unknown

The contents of the archive are not described in the listing. Whether client project files or employee personal data were included is unclear, and the data had not been publicly released when the listing was reviewed.

What affected people should do

Employees and clients should watch for phishing attempts referencing PGESCo and verify any unusual payment requests. The company should investigate the intrusion, secure its systems, and communicate with affected stakeholders.