Asahi Group Hit by Ransomware: Order, Shipment Processes Suspended
Asahi Group Holdings is dealing with a significant disruption following a ransomware attack on its servers. The company's order and shipment processes remain suspended, and its call center operations are temporarily halted. The president has apologized for the inconvenience caused to stakeholders.
The cyberattack, which targeted the company's servers, has led to the suspension of Asahi's order and shipment processes. The disruption is currently limited to Japan, with no global impact reported. The company has swiftly isolated the affected systems and is working diligently to minimize the impact on critical data. External cybersecurity experts have been brought in to assist with the investigation and recovery.
Asahi Group Holdings is investigating the suspected unauthorized data transfer that may have occurred during the breach. The company has not yet announced a specific date for the completion of this investigation. Meanwhile, Asahi is also reviewing the potential financial impact of the incident on its fiscal year 2025 results.
The recovery timeline for Asahi's systems remains unclear as the investigation into the cyberattack continues. The company is committed to minimizing the impact of the disruption and ensuring the security of its data. Stakeholders can expect further updates as the situation develops.
