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From Daily Star · () English

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  • A ransomware attack on Tata Electronics has resulted in the leak of confidential manufacturing documents belonging to Apple and Tesla.
  • The stolen data, posted on the dark web, includes proprietary information like iPhone quality standards and Tesla's 'TRADE SECRET' documents.
  • Tata Electronics confirmed a cybersecurity incident but stated operations remain unaffected, while Apple is analyzing the breach.

Confidential manufacturing documents belonging to tech giants Apple and Tesla have been leaked onto the dark web following a ransomware attack on their production partner, Tata Electronics. The Indian company confirmed it had detected a "cybersecurity incident" several weeks ago, though it asserted that its operations were not impacted.

The breach, attributed to a group called World Leaks, saw over 200,000 files, totaling more than 630 gigabytes, posted online. Researchers who spoke to Reuters reported that the leaked data includes documents marked with Apple's proprietary information, such as a 52-page quality inspection standard for iPhone circuit board components. Additionally, Tesla documents labeled 'TRADE SECRET,' related to revamped Model 3 and Model Y projects, were among the stolen files.

cybersecurity incident

— Tata ElectronicsThe company's confirmation of the breach.

A ransom demand was reportedly made, although Tata Electronics declined to comment on the specifics. Sources familiar with the matter told Reuters that Apple is conducting a "full analysis" of the breach. Tesla did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Security researchers noted that the files have been accessible on the dark web since at least June 10.

full analysis

— Source familiar with the matterDescribing Apple's response to the data leak.
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