Russian hackers were behind $2.5 billion hack of Jaguar Land Rover: Report

Russian state-sponsored hackers were behind the $2.5 billion cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover in 2023, according to a report by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. This attack, which targeted the company's IT infrastructure, caused significant disruption and financial losses, making it one of the most impactful breaches in recent years. The hackers, identified as members of the group known as "Midnight Blizzard" or "Nobelium," allegedly gained access to sensitive company data and systems. CrowdStrike's investigation, detailed in a report shared with Reuters, linked the group to previous sophisticated cyber operations attributed to Russia's intelligence services. The full extent of the data compromised and the precise methods used by the attackers are still under investigation, but the financial impact is estimated to be substantial, affecting production lines and customer data. Jaguar Land Rover has not publicly confirmed the identity of the attackers but has stated it is cooperating with authorities and implementing enhanced security measures to prevent future incidents. The incident highlights the growing threat of state-sponsored cyber warfare targeting critical infrastructure and major corporations.