Cevital, a major Algerian holding company founded in 1998 and active across various industries, including food processing, steel, glass, construction, automotive, and media, has allegedly fallen victim to the.
The attackers claim they will release sensitive company data soon, including:
- Financial records (audits, invoices, accounting files)
- Project details
- Personal financial information of employees
This incident highlights the growing trend of ransomware groups targeting large industrial and infrastructure companies in Africa, posing both economic and reputational risks.