Finam Gabon listed by the Deadlock ransomware group

Overview

The Deadlock ransomware group has listed Finam Gabon (Financière Africaine de Micro-projets), a microfinance institution operating in Gabon since 2005, on its leak site. The institution serves over 150,000 clients with savings, loans and mobile banking services. The listing appeared on 10 July 2026, and the group states leaked files will be available for download.

What was published

The group claims to have exfiltrated client and corporate data from the microfinance institution. The archive is expected to include client records, loan accounts and financial information.

Risks for affected individuals

• Microfinance clients could face phishing using authentic loan details.
• Financial records may enable fraud against borrowers.
• The institution's operational data may be exposed.

What remains unknown

• The volume of client records involved.
• Whether the download link is active.
• The duration of the attackers' access.

What affected people should do

Clients should monitor their loan accounts and be cautious of unsolicited requests for personal information. The institution should notify clients and regulators, secure its systems, and provide clear guidance to affected borrowers.