Ransomware Group Deadlock Hits: West African Resources ltd
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, West African Resources ltd — an organization based in AU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Deadlock. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-26T19:21:20.232704+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | West African Resources ltd |
| Threat Group | Deadlock |
| Summary | West African Resources Limited (ASX: WAF) isan Australia-based, mid-tier gold mining and exploration companywith its primary operations located in Burkina Faso, West Africa . Founded in 2006, the company is headquartered in Subiaco, Western Australia, and focuses on the acquisition, development, and mineral processing of high-grade gold assets. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-26T19:21:18.991314+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-26T19:21:20.232704+00:00 |
| Region | AU |
| Target Domain | www.westafricanresources.com |
| Business Sector | Energy & Utilities |
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