Japan's Top Brewer Asahi Halts Operations After Cyberattack
Japan's leading brewer, Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., has temporarily suspended operations following a cyberattack. The incident, which occurred recently, has not resulted in any known data leaks, including personal information or customer data. The attack has affected Asahi's operations in Japan, with no international impact reported so far.
Asahi, renowned for its popular beers like Asahi Super Dry and soft drinks, has halted its ordering, shipping, and customer service activities due to the attack. The company maintains significant business operations in Germany, where its subsidiary Asahi Group Foods acquired the German beer yeast company Leiber GmbH. While Asahi's international presence extends to Europe and other markets, the current cyberattack has been confined to Japan.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with no estimated timeline for recovery. No ransomware gangs have claimed responsibility for the attack publicly. Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., Japan's largest brewing company, assures customers and stakeholders that it is working diligently to resolve the issue and restore normal operations.
In summary, Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., Japan's top brewer, has suspended operations following a cyberattack. While no data leaks have been confirmed, the incident has disrupted the company's ordering, shipping, and customer service activities in Japan. The investigation continues, with no estimated recovery timeline. Asahi's international operations remain unaffected, and the company is committed to resolving the issue promptly.
