Apple and Tesla Supply Chain Data Leaked from Indian Manufacturer Tata Electronics

Tata Electronics, a major Indian electronics manufacturer and a significant partner in Apple's supply chain, has confirmed it was targeted in a cybersecurity attack. Hackers claim to have exfiltrated over 200,000 internal files, amounting to more than 630GB of data, and have begun publishing portions of this information on the dark web.

The stolen data reportedly includes confidential documents marked with "Apple Proprietary and Confidential Information," detailing factory data, material specifications, and quality inspection files for iPhone components. Researchers found over 180 Apple-related files and folders, including a 52-page document on iPhone circuit board part quality inspection standards. The data also contains dozens of related documents for Hosur, Tata's main iPhone production base in India.

In addition to Apple-related information, the leak also encompasses Tesla documents. These include technical data for upgraded Model Y parts and design drawings and specifications for the "Project Highland" Model 3 refresh, labeled as "TRADE SECRET." The scope of the breach appears extensive, with leaked data also containing incident logs, internal emails, and copies of employee passports, indicating a wide-ranging compromise beyond just product documents.

Tata Electronics stated that it initiated response procedures upon discovering security anomalies weeks ago and that its business operations remain unaffected. However, sources indicate the company has received a ransom demand. Apple has launched a comprehensive investigation into the incident, while Tesla has not yet responded to media requests for comment. The cybersecurity firm World Leaks has claimed responsibility for the attack.

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We discovered anomalies in some systems a few weeks ago and immediately launched response procedures. Business operations are not affected.