Attorneys at Almeida Law Group are investigating whether a class action lawsuit can be filed on behalf of individuals affected by a possible FTAPI Software data breach. According to dark web monitoring sources, a hacker group calling itself thegentlemen claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on FTAPI Software in a post first observed in September 2026, alleging it had gained access to internal company systems. As of this writing, FTAPI Software has not issued a public confirmation of the incident, and the exact scope of any exposed data remains unknown. If you believe you were affected, contact Almeida Law Group.
About FTAPI Software
FTAPI Software GmbH is a Munich, Germany-based software company founded in 2010. It provides a secure, GDPR-compliant platform for exchanging sensitive business data and automating workflows, including encrypted email and file transfer, virtual data rooms, digital forms, and no-code process automation. The company serves more than 2,000 organizations and over one million active users, primarily in public administration, healthcare, insurance, and industry. All customer data is hosted exclusively on servers in Germany, and the company holds ISO 27001 and BSI C5 certifications. In 2025, FTAPI raised €65 million from private equity investors Armira and Tikehau Capital to fund European expansion.
What Happened?
FTAPI Software was listed as a claimed victim on the dark web leak site of The Gentlemen ransomware group, as reported by Ransomware.live. The claim was first observed on September 26th, 2026, with an estimated attack date of September 25th, 2026. This is an attacker-side allegation only. No public statement from FTAPI Software, no regulatory filing, and no independent news reporting confirming the incident has been found. HackNotice also flagged the incident, but its report is based on the same underlying dark web claim and does not constitute independent corroboration.
The Gentlemen is a Ransomware-as-a-Service operation that emerged in mid-to-late 2025 and is reportedly led by Russian-speaking threat actors. The group uses a dual-extortion model, encrypting victims’ files while also exfiltrating data and threatening to publish it publicly. As of early 2026, security researchers at FortiGuard Labs reported that The Gentlemen’s leak site had listed more than 200 victim organizations across more than 50 countries. No specific data types, data volume, or further breach details have been disclosed or confirmed for this FTAPI incident.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Company or Organization: FTAPI Software GmbH
- Industry: Technology / Data Security / Secure File Transfer Software
- Location: Munich, Germany
- Incident type: Ransomware leak-site allegation (dark web claim; unconfirmed)
- Date of breach: September 25th, 2026 (estimated attack date per attacker claim only)
- Litigation status: No litigation or class action filings related to this incident were found as of September 26th, 2026
- Source: Ransomware.live – Victim: FTAPI Software; HackNotice – FTAPI Software; Blackpoint Cyber – The Gentlemen Threat Profile; FortiGuard Labs – The Gentlemen Ransomware
What Should You Do?
Even though this incident has not been confirmed by FTAPI Software, it is a good time to take precautions if you believe your information may have been involved. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with the three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—to make it harder for anyone to open new accounts in your name. Monitor your existing financial accounts closely for unfamiliar transactions, and request your free credit reports at AnnualCreditReport.com. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, report it and get a personalized recovery plan at IdentityTheft.gov.
Your Legal Rights
If your personal information was involved in this breach, you may have legal rights depending on the facts of the incident and the law in your state. Almeida Law Group represents consumers in data breach and privacy litigation and can help you evaluate whether you may have a claim. Contact us at (708) 529-5418 or through our contact page for a free case evaluation.
