TheGentlemen Ransomware Attack Targets Avanta Maroc
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Summary
On August 14, 2026 , the ransomware group TheGentlemen claimed responsibility for a cyberattack against
Avanta Maroc Ex Adecco ( avanta.ma ), a prominent HR and recruitment agency based in Casablanca, Morocco.
The group has threatened to release sensitive data unless the company engages in negotiations.