Ransomware group Storm hits Southern Metals
Southern Metals — a manufacturing target operating in US has been listed by the Storm ransomware group on 2026-08-10. The information below reflects what the threat actor has publicly claimed on their leak site; the details have not been independently verified.
Incident Report
| Target Organization | Southern Metals |
|---|---|
| Threat Group | Storm |
| Summary | Southern Metals Company, based in Charlotte, NC, specializes in the recycling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including steel, brass, copper, aluminum, and automobile bodies. Established in 1938, the company is committed to responsible recycling, superior customer service, and providing exceptional value for recyclable products. Serving a diverse clientele throughout the Carolinas, Southern Metals has built a reputation for integrity and efficiency over its long history. The company continues to uphold the principles set by its founders while adapting to modern recycling needs. The company headquarters is located in 2200 Donald Ross Road, Charlotte, NC 28208, United States. 51-200 Employees |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-10 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-10 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | southernmetalscompany.com |
| Business Sector | Manufacturing |
| Severity | MEDIUM |
Claim by Storm
Southern Metals Company, based in Charlotte, NC, specializes in the recycling of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including steel, brass, copper, aluminum, and automobile bodies. Established in 1938, the company is committed to responsible recycling, superior customer service, and providing exceptional value for recyclable products. Serving a diverse clientele throughout the Carolinas, Southern Metals has built a reputation for integrity and efficiency over its long history. The company continues to uphold the principles set by its founders while adapting to modern recycling needs. The company headquarters is located in 2200 Donald Ross Road, Charlotte, NC 28208, United States. 51-200 Employees
Posted by the Storm threat actor on its public leak site. This is the group's own statement and has not been independently verified by HackerFeeds.
Sources
Victim website
southernmetalscompany.com
Leak post (onion / Tor)
http://yqhecvqtdvq6p7duqcgw2qca77spbgakxcoibtx6zpvfshltsbbbhfqd.onion/company/6a79a2bb7a5bd158e10b4e55
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