Asahi Group Holdings Hit by Major Cyberattack, Japan Operations Disrupted
Asahi Group Holdings, Japan's leading brewery, is grappling with a significant cyberattack that has disrupted its operations in the country. The incident, which began around 7:00 AM Japan time, has led to the temporary suspension of order processing and deliveries. The company's call center and customer service are also currently unreachable.
The cyberattack, which has not yet been claimed by any known ransomware group, has only affected activities in Japan. Asahi Group Holdings, with its approximately 30,000 employees and annual production of 100 million hectoliters of beverages, is actively investigating the cause of the disruption. The company has not yet confirmed any data leak or theft, but the incident has caused a significant impact on its operations.
The company, which holds about one-third of the domestic market share, is working diligently to restore the affected systems. However, orders and deliveries remain suspended until further notice. Customers and stakeholders are advised to monitor official channels for updates on the situation.
Asahi Group Holdings continues to investigate the cause of the cyberattack and work towards restoring its affected systems. While there is no confirmation of data leak or theft, the company urges customers and stakeholders to remain vigilant. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential risks posed by cyber threats to large-scale operations.
