KUWAIT Ministry of Public Works (MPW)

KUWAIT Ministry of Public Works (MPW) was compromised in a ransomware attack attributed to kazu in November 2025. The organization, operating in an undisclosed sector in Unknown, was added to the group's data leak site as part of an extortion campaign.

kazu 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.

The Ministry of Public Works (MPW) is a key government authority in Kuwait responsible for the planning, development, and maintenance of the nation’s public infrastructure. It oversees the construction and management of roads, bridges, public buildings, and sanitation systems, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services that support national development. Through its various departments—covering major projects, maintenance engineering, planning, and environmental auditing—the Ministry ensures efficient infrastructure management aligned with Kuwait’s Vision 2035. By implementing sustainable construction practices, upgrading transportation networks, and enhancing public facilities, the MPW plays a vital role in advancing Kuwait’s economic growth, improving quality of life, and supporting the country’s long-term urban and social development goals.