Pollo Cibao Listed by thegentlemen Ransomware Group: Ransomware Claim — What’s Alleged & What To Do
Pollo Cibao was listed by thegentlemen ransomware group on February 21, 2026, with internal files reported as exfiltrated; the date of the intrusion itself has not been established. Anyone who has shared data with the organization should review their accounts and monitor for unusual activity.
Breaking down the breach
The only confirmed detail is the group’s public listing of Pollo Cibao on February 21, 2026, accompanied by the claim that internal files were exfiltrated. No information has been released on the date of the intrusion, the method of entry, the volume of data, or whether any files were later published. The number of people potentially affected is listed as unknown.
Inside thegentlemen
Thegentlemen is a ransomware operator that maintains a leak site to post names of organizations it claims to have targeted. Groups of this type commonly combine encryption of systems with the removal of files, then pressure victims by threatening to release the material. Public reporting on the actor has documented similar listings of other companies, though each claim requires separate verification and the group’s statements about Pollo Cibao remain unconfirmed beyond the listing itself.
About Pollo Cibao
Pollo Cibao is a poultry producer based in the Dominican Republic. The company handles the full production cycle from incubation and raising to processing and distribution of packed chicken, bulk chicken, and live poultry. It also manufactures animal feed and reports more than 1,800 direct employees plus around 10,000 indirect workers. Organizations in this sector routinely maintain records on livestock operations, supply contracts, quality certifications, and personnel information.
The information in question
The listing refers only to “internal files exfiltrated in ransomware attack.” No further breakdown of file categories or record counts has been provided. Companies of this type typically store employee records, vendor agreements, production logs, and regulatory documentation, but the exact contents removed from Pollo Cibao have not been confirmed.
What's at stake
Exposure of internal operational files can reveal details about supply arrangements, workforce data, and facility procedures. For individuals, any personnel records that surface could be used for targeted fraud or identity-related activity. For the organization, the incident adds to the operational disruption already caused by ransomware and may affect relationships with suppliers and regulators until the scope is clarified.
What to do if you're exposed
Individuals who work with or for Pollo Cibao should monitor their personal email accounts and financial statements for unusual activity. Basic steps include changing passwords on work-related accounts, enabling multi-factor authentication, and watching for unsolicited messages that reference the company. Readers can run a free exposure scan of their email address against known breach data to check for prior appearances in public listings.
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