Dark Web Hacking News: Tata Electronics’ data leaked on dark web, Apple and Tesla’s secret files stolen…

Business Desk – Dark Web Hacking News: Tata Electronics, the electronics manufacturing company of Tata Group, has become the victim of a major cyber attack. According to reports, hackers have stolen about 630 GB of company data and put it on the dark web. The leaked data includes more than 2 lakh files and folders.

In these, confidential documents, designs and technical information related to the company’s major clients Apple and Tesla are also being disclosed. However, the company has said that this incident has had no impact on its business operations and all operations are continuing normally.

Apple’s cyber security team also engaged in investigation

According to reports, Apple’s global cyber security team is also investigating this data breach. The team is trying to find out how the data was leaked and what is the reason behind it. Apple says that at present there is no direct threat to its business operations from this incident.

‘World Leaks’ gang took responsibility for the attack

According to cyber security researchers, a ransomware group named ‘World Leaks’ has taken responsibility for this cyber attack. The same group had earlier also claimed a cyber attack on Nike’s system. According to the information available on the dark web, the leaked data contains more than 630 GB of information.

Confidential documents of Apple and Tesla also leaked

Many technical folders of Apple and documents related to material specifications have been found in the data. A 52-page document has also surfaced, which contains information about the quality inspection standards of iPhone’s circuit board components.

A folder named “NV36 Chargeport Controller – North America” has been found in the documents related to Tesla, which is believed to be related to the upgraded Model Y SUV. Apart from this, a document dated 2023 has also been found, on which “Trade Secret” is written. This is said to be related to the assembly document of Tesla’s revamped Model 3 sedan.

Personal information of employees also leaked

According to cyber security experts, the leaked data not only includes technical documents but also emails, event logs and copies of employees’ passports spanning several years. Information about foreign employees is also said to be present in these. Researchers claim that this data has been available on the dark web since at least June 10.

News of ransom demand also

According to sources related to the matter, after the cyber attack, Tata Electronics has also received ransom calls or messages. However, the company has not made any official comment in this regard. India’s cyber security agency CERT-In has also not yet issued a public statement on this matter.

Files related to Hosur plant also came to light

In the data leak, 33 files and folders related to Tata’s iPhone assembly plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu have also been found. The company had recently informed some of its employees about this data breach. Tata Electronics produces about 33 percent of Apple’s total iPhone production in India, while the rest is produced by Foxconn.

New blow to Apple’s supply chain

Experts believe that this incident can prove to be a big blow to Apple’s supply chain in India. Tata Electronics is playing an important role in making India a global electronics manufacturing hub. In such a situation, this kind of data breach has become a matter of serious concern for both industry and cyber security.

What is dark web?

The Dark Web is that part of the Internet that is not visible to normal search engines. Special software is required to access it. Cyber ​​criminals often use stolen data for trading and other illegal activities.

What is ransomware attack?

Ransomware is a type of dangerous malware, which locks or hacks the computer system of a person or company. After this, hackers demand ransom in exchange for returning the data or not making it public. If the demand is not met, threats are made to leak or destroy the data.