Cyberattack on Bridgestone Americas has been resolved, operation restoration initiated; extent of damages and alterations in supply chain yet to be clarified
In a series of unexpected developments, two major automotive companies, Bridgestone Americas and Jaguar Land Rover, have fallen victim to cyberattacks, causing disruptions to their operations and supply chains.
Bridgestone Americas has managed to reconnect its facilities to the central computer network following a cyberattack. However, the company has yet to disclose the estimated financial impact of the attack, nor has it provided a full schedule for the restoration of its production capacity. The incident did not result in the theft of customer data or deeper network compromise, assuring customers that their personal information remains secure. Bridgestone's staff is working tirelessly to mitigate the impact and minimize fallout in the supply chain, and the company continues to investigate the hack with the help of third-party experts.
Meanwhile, Jaguar Land Rover has extended production shutdowns due to a cyberattack, with disruptions potentially lasting into November. The attack disrupted global operations and halted manufacturing at several plants, sending ripples across its supply chain. A hacker group known for social-engineering campaigns has claimed responsibility for the attack, but the company is working closely with federal law enforcement to investigate the matter further.
The Bundesamt für Sicherheit in der Informationstechnik (BSI), a German federal agency, has involved third-party experts to support the investigation of the cyberattack case. This collaboration is part of the federal agencies' efforts to address cyber threats around the German federal elections, working alongside the Bundesamt für Verfassungsschutz (BfV) and the Bundeskriminalamt (BKA).
Bridgestone has stated that the cyberattack has been contained, and business operations have returned to normal. Production is now ramping back up at the affected sites. The company, however, has not yet revealed key details about the incident, including when it first detected the intrusion. It is also unclear whether any information was accessed by the hackers.
As both companies work to recover from these cyberattacks, they underscore the increasing importance of cybersecurity in today's digital world. The incidents serve as a reminder for all businesses to prioritise cybersecurity measures to protect against such threats and minimise disruptions to their operations.
