The large Japanese brewer Asahi Group has resumed beer production after a week of stopping due to a large cyber attack. According to Asahi, some systems are still disturbed and orders are processed manually.
The cyber attack with hostage software also disrupted the beer deliveries to shops and hospitality, which threatened to lead to shortages of, for example, Asahi Super Dry, the most popular beer brand in Japan.
In addition to the six breweries, other Asahi factories were also hit. For example, the company also produces soft drinks and food products. It remains unclear when all activities can be completely resumed.
Asahi president Atsushi Katsuki apologized for the incident on Friday and said that the investigation into the cyber attack is still ongoing. No customer data has been captured, according to the company.
The Major Japanese Brewer Asahi Group has Resumed Beer Production after a Week of Standstill Due to a Large-Scale Cyberattack. Accordance to Asahi, some Systems Are Still Disrupted, And Orders Are Being Processed Manually.
The Ransomware Cyberattack also Disrupted Beer Deliveries to Stores and Restaurants, Threatening Shortages of, For Example, Asahi Super Dry, Japan’s Most Popular Beer Brand.
In Addition to the Six Breweries, Other Asahi Factories were also affected. The Company also Produces Soft Drinks and Food Products, For Example. It remains uncleear when all activities can be fully resumed.
Asahi President Atsushi Katsuki Apologized for the Incident on Friday and Said That The Investigation Into The Cyberattack is Still Onoing. No customer data has stolen bone, accordance to the company.