RANSOMWARE VICTIMTECHNOLOGYDUPLICATE CLAIM

SmartSystems

iesmartsystems.com
THEGENTLEMEN📍 IE (IE)📅 April 20, 2026
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same group

Attack Intelligence

SmartSystems was compromised in a ransomware attack attributed to THEGENTLEMEN in April 2026. The organization, operating in the Technology sector in IE, was added to the group's data leak site as part of an extortion campaign.

THEGENTLEMEN operates as a financially motivated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation, exfiltrating sensitive data and threatening public disclosure to pressure victims into paying ransom demands.

iesmartsystems.com zoominfo.com/c/smart-systems/139592895 Technology integrator since 2000 — Founded in Houston, Texas by Gary and Doug Colvin, i.e. Smart Systems has over 25 years of experience delivering design-build technology solutions for commercial clients.Core services: A/V, Cabling & Security — The company specializes in audio/video systems, structured cabling (fiber optic, voice, network), security systems (video surveillance, access control), wireless networks, and video conferencing solutions.Strong client loyalty — More than 90% of their business comes from repeat customers, ranging from small municipalities to large publicly-traded corporations; they serve universities, oil & gas campuses, banks, and more across Texas.Award-winning company — i.e. Smart Systems is a four-time Houston Business Journal Fast Tech 50 award recipient, with ~94 employees and revenue of approximately $18.7 million.

Additional Details

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Quick Facts

CountryIE (IE)
SectorTechnology
Attack DateApr 20, 2026
Domainiesmartsystems.com
Intel Sourceransomlook
StatusDUPLICATE CLAIM

Threat Group

THEGENTLEMEN
Motivation: financial
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External Links

Data sourced from Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Victim listing does not imply confirmed breach — intelligence based on group claims.