In a ransomware claim involving Golden Star Resources in Ghana (GH), the threat actor cmdorganization alleged it breached the organization and disrupted operations related to the Wassa mine in south-western Ghana. The company’s ongoing production and mill utilization at Wassa were cited in the context of the impact, affecting operations within Ghana #Ghana
Incident Details
- Victim: Golden Star Resources
- Sector: Energy
- Country: GH
- Actor: cmdorganization
- Source:
- Discovered: 2026-07-11T10:50:29.730582+00:00
- Published: 2026-07-11T10:50:28.080537+00:00
Information
- Wassa is located in south-western Ghana.
- Production began from the surface operation at Wassa in 2005, with commercial production at Wassa Underground achieved on January 1, 2017.
- In early 2018, Wassa transitioned into an underground-focused operation.
- The processing plant has significant excess capacity and was operating at 70–80% utilization based on 2020 actuals.
- Development of the large inferred mineral resource in the southern Extension zone was assessed in a Preliminary Economic Assessment included in the March 2021 Technical Report.
- The Company is exploring the potential to increase the mining rate to fill the mill.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "cmdorganization". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.