El Wastani Petroleum Company (WASCO) listed by the Payload ransomware group

Overview

The Payload ransomware group has listed El Wastani Petroleum Company (WASCO), an Egyptian oil and gas company focused on natural gas and condensate, on its leak site. The company operates processing facilities and compression stations in the Nile Delta and North Sinai regions. The listing appeared on 8 April 2026.

What was published

The group claims to have exfiltrated corporate data from the energy company. The archive is expected to include operational records, technical documentation, contracts and employee files.

Risks for affected individuals

• Employees' personal records may be exposed.
• Operational and technical data could be sensitive.
• Contract information may enable fraud attempts.

What remains unknown

• The volume of data stolen.
• Whether the data has been published.
• The extent of the intrusion.

What affected people should do

Employees should update credentials and watch for phishing referencing the company. WASCO should notify staff and partners, engage cybersecurity experts, and coordinate with Egyptian energy authorities on the response.