Disclosure context

About Meow

Meow is a relatively new ransomware group that emerged in November 2023, primarily motivated by financial gain through extortion activities targeting organizations across multiple sectors. The group has compromised at least 145 known victims in a short operational timeframe, demonstrating rapid scaling of their criminal enterprise. Based on their targeting patterns, Meow appears to focus heavily on English-speaking countries, with the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada representing their primary victim base, though they have also expanded operations to include targets in Italy and Colombia. The group shows a preference for attacking business services organizations, manufacturing companies, healthcare institutions, and agriculture and food production entities, suggesting they may employ broad-spectrum targeting rather than highly specialized sector focus. Their emergence in late 2023 and the significant victim count achieved in a relatively short period indicates either a sophisticated operation with experienced operators or potential links to existing ransomware ecosystems, though specific details about their attack methodology, initial access vectors, encryption techniques, or data exfiltration practices have not been extensively documented by major threat intelligence sources. Given the recent timeline of their emergence and limited public reporting from established security researchers, detailed technical analysis of their tools, tactics, and procedures remains sparse. The group appears to remain active as of current reporting, though comprehensive law enforcement actions or major disruption efforts have not been publicly documented. The group has been linked to 145 public disclosures across our corpus. First observed on a leak site on November 24, 2023; most recent post November 19, 2024. The operation is currently inactive.

Timeline of this disclosure

October 23, 2024Youngs Timber Builders Merchants listed by Meowon the group's public leak site

Data size: 64 GB

Sector and geography

This disclosure adds to ransomware activity in the Business Services sector, which has 2,640 disclosures indexed across all operators we track. Geographically, Youngs Timber Builders Merchants is reported in United Kingdom, a country with 902 ransomware disclosures in our corpus.

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Youngs Timber Builders Merchants

Claimed by Meow · listed 2 years ago

64 GB

Data size

19m

Age

since listed · data leaked

Status timeline

Listed
Oct 23, 2024
Data leaked

At a glance

Group: Meow
Status: Data leaked
Country: United Kingdom
Sector: Business Services
Listed on leak site: Oct 23, 2024
Data size: 64 GB

What the group claims

Dear customers!We are excited to offer you exclusive access to over 64 GB of confidential data from Youngs Timber  Builders Merchants, also known as Do It Youngs a reputable independent supplier of building materials based in Kent, UK. Serving both trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts, Youngs provides a comprehensive range of products for construction and home improvement, including timber, roofing materials, landscaping products, and fencing. Renowned for high quality timber, they operate an in house sawmill that offers bespoke cutting and machining services for both hardwood and softwood.Youngs has branches in Biddenden, Dymchurch, and Folkestone, making it convenient for customers to access materials and receive expert advice. Known for its personalized service and practical guidance, Youngs staff has extensive experience in the building industry. The company also supports trade customers with special accounts that offer discounts, credit options, and exclusive promotions.This comprehensive data pack includes:Employee data personal details, dates of birth, passport and drivers license scans Client information contact details, trade accounts Contracts and agreements rental contracts for display areas, confidentiality agreements Insurance documents liability and health insurance policies Financial records invoices, bank statements, credit account applications Official correspondence notices from tax authorities and other letters Transport documents delivery notes, logistics agreements Medical information health records, insurance details And much more This data pack provides valuable insights into Youngs Timber  Builders Merchants operations, making it of significant interest to professionals in the construction industry, business analysts, and other stakeholders.To gain access to this exclusive 64 GB data pack, simply click the Buy button and provide your contact details for registration

Sources

Victim sitedoityoungs.com
Leak posthttp://meow6xanhzfci2gbkn3lmbqq7xjjufskkdfocqdngt3ltvzgqpsg5mid.onion/product/116

Source

Indexed 2 years ago

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