Jaguar Land Rover confirmed on Wednesday that an unspecified amount of data was stolen in a cyberattack. This incident has forced the company’s vehicle assembly lines to a complete standstill.
In a statement, the UK-based automaker acknowledged it was aware that some data was taken. Companies operating in the UK are required by law to notify the Information Commissioner’s Office within three days of discovering a data breach. It remains unclear whether the compromised data belongs to the company, its employees, or its customers.
Jaguar Land Rover first disclosed the cyberattack on September 2. The company stated the incident forced a shutdown of its systems, which severely disrupted production and sales operations. The attack is also impacting the company’s supply chains, including its ability to complete vehicle repairs.
As one of the largest employers in the UK with over 33,000 staff, the breach has significant economic implications. According to reports, UK government officials are concerned about the potential fallout. A full recovery from the attack is expected to take weeks, not days.