Also known as: INC Ransom Group · INC Ransom · Rheinmetall
Cybercriminal group responsible for ransomware attacks on Namibian entities including Namibia Airports Company and Otjiwarongo Municipality, employing double-extortion tactics.
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Informanté
INC Ransomware Group claimed to have exfiltrated sensitive information including financial records and customer data
“According to the update, the group claimed to have exfiltrated sensitive information, including financial records, human resources data, customer information, and contact details.”
Hackers claim 500GB data breach at Namibia Airports CompanyInformanté
INC Ransomware Group previously attacked Otjiwarongo Municipality
“The incident marks the second known attack by the group in Namibia, following a previous breach involving the Otjiwarongo Municipality last year.”
Hackers claim 500GB data breach at Namibia Airports CompanyThe Namibian
INC Ransom Group carried out cyberattack stealing 500GB of NAC data
“Investigations into the attack revealed it was carried out by INC Ransom Group, a worldwide cybercriminal organisation.”
Airports company assures ongoing operations despite theft of 500GB dataThe Namibian
INC Ransomware Group claims to have exfiltrated approximately 500GB of data from NAC
“Cran spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano in a statement issued on Thursday says the group claims to have exfiltrated approximately 500GB of data and that it will disclose the information once a specified timer lapses.”
Cran confirms cyberattack on NAC was carried out by INC Ranson GroupThe Namibian
INC Ransomware Group targeted Otjiwarongo municipality last year
“This is the second company the group has targeted in Namibia, after an attack on the Otjiwarongo municipality last year.”
Cran confirms cyberattack on NAC was carried out by INC Ranson GroupNamibia's cyber security incident response team reported that detected cyber vulnerabilities declined by 31.3% and reported cyber threat events decreased by 47.3% during the first quarter of 2026, though exposed remote management services and legacy network protocols remain significant risks.
2 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's cyber security incident response team reported that detected cyber vulnerabilities declined by 31.3% and reported cyber threat events decreased by 47.3% during the first quarter of 2026, though exposed remote management services and legacy network protocols remain significant risks.
2 July 2026 · Informanté →
Data breached in a cyberattack on Namibia Airports Company has been released on the dark web by the INC Ransomware Group, including airport permits, parking databases, engineering files, and financial records. Authorities are investigating whether sensitive or personally identifiable information is among the leaked files and urge organisations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
NAM-CSIRT has confirmed that data stolen in a cyberattack on Namibia Airports Company has been published online, with preliminary assessments indicating the leaked data may include airport permit records, parking management information, engineering documentation, financial records, and internal reports. The attack, detected on 6 March 2026, involved approximately 500GB of data and is linked to the INC Ransomware Group, marking the second known attack by this group in Namibia.
30 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has called for responsible handling of information related to the Namibia Airports Company data leak, warning that circulation of unverified data may place individuals and organisations at further risk. The NAC was attacked by the Inc Ransomware Group on 19 March; leaked data includes financial records, internal reports, and engineering documents, though NAC says operations remain unaffected.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Airports Company has confirmed that data stolen in a March 2026 cybersecurity breach by the INC Ransomware Group has been released on the dark web. The leaked data may include airport permit systems, parking databases, engineering documents, and financial records; NAC is verifying the breach extent while airport operations remain unaffected.
29 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Airports Company has confirmed that data stolen in a cyberattack by the INC Ransom Group has been released on the dark web, with approximately 500GB of data including airport permits, parking management, engineering documents, and financial records exposed. The company says operations at all facilities remain fully functional and airport safety and security are unaffected as it verifies the scope of the exposure.
29 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Airports Company suffered a ransomware attack by the INC Ransomware Group, with hackers claiming to have stolen 500 gigabytes of sensitive data including financial records, HR files, and customer information. The attackers have threatened to release the data after a countdown timer expires unless demands are met, making NAC the second confirmed Namibian victim of the group after an Otjiwarongo Municipality breach in 2025.
23 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team confirmed that hackers linked to the INC Ransomware Group unauthorisedly accessed Namibia Airports Company's network and stole approximately 500GB of data, including financial records, HR data, and customer information. The group uses "double-extortion" tactics involving data theft and system encryption, and has threatened to release the stolen data after a countdown period.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Airports Company says all its facilities remain fully operational following a cyberattack by INC Ransom Group, which stole 500GB of data and is threatening to release it on the dark web. The company is strengthening security and working with cybersecurity experts and authorities to address the breach.
21 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia has confirmed that the INC Ransom cybercriminal group was responsible for last week's attack on Namibia Airports Company, claiming to have exfiltrated approximately 500GB of data including financial records, HR information, and customer details. This is the second Namibian entity targeted by the group after an attack on Otjiwarongo municipality last year.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
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12 March 2026 · New Era →
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