Russian Hackers Blamed for $2.5 Billion Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack

Russian hackers are believed to be behind a devastating 2025 cyberattack that crippled Jaguar Land Rover and cost the United Kingdom an estimated $2.5 billion. The attack forced the automaker, a significant employer, to halt production for an extended period, prompting the UK government to intervene with a £1.5 billion support package.

For months, the perpetrators remained unidentified. However, a recent report by The New York Times indicates that investigators have now pinpointed a Russian group as the culprits. The exact nature of their involvement, whether acting on behalf of the state, as an independent criminal organization, or with unofficial state backing, remains unclear.

The investigation involved multiple cybersecurity firms and government agencies, including Microsoft, the FBI, and the UK's National Crime Agency. Microsoft reportedly tracked the suspected group and alerted Jaguar Land Rover to the attackers' identities. Adding another layer to the breach, investigators also discovered that a Jordanian hacker, known online as "Rey," had separately gained access to parts of the company's network.