Bajaj Auto Systems Hit by Ransomware Attack; Automaker Initiates Cybersecurity Protocols To Mitigate Impact
Bajaj Auto confirmed a ransomware attack on its systems and subsidiary, BATL, on June 23, 2026. The company successfully initiated containment protocols and reported the breach to CERT-In. While the full scope of the impact on manufacturing remains undisclosed, technical teams and cybersecurity experts are currently managing the recovery process.
Bajaj Auto, one of India’s leading automakers, confirmed on Tuesday that it was targeted by a ransomware attack which impacted the systems of both the parent company and its wholly owned subsidiary, Bajaj Auto Technology Ltd (BATL). The incident was detected at approximately 8 am IST, prompting the firm to activate its cybersecurity response protocols immediately.
Bajaj Auto Ransomware Attack Response
Upon discovering the breach, the company mobilised its internal technical team alongside external cybersecurity specialists to contain the threat and limit any potential damage. Bajaj Auto stated that the precautionary measures and protocols implemented thus far have been successful in mitigating the overall impact of the ransomware. Apple Confidential Documents Leaked on Dark Web Following Cyberattack on Manufacturing Partner Tata Electronics.
The automaker has formally reported the incident to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) in compliance with the Information Technology Act, 2000. While the company has confirmed that its systems were affected, it has not yet provided specific details regarding whether sensitive data was compromised or if the attack caused significant disruptions to manufacturing and day-to-day business operations.
This development reflects a growing trend of ransomware attacks targeting large-scale industrial and manufacturing entities, which have increasingly become primary objectives for cybercriminals globally. As companies like Bajaj Auto digitise their supply chains and technology subsidiaries, they face heightened risks of operational downtime and data breaches that can threaten production schedules and corporate security. Novo Nordisk Data Breach: Cyber Extortion Group FulcrumSec Claims Theft of 1.3 TB of Sensitive Data After USD 25 Million Ransom Demand.
The company remains in the process of assessing the full scope of the attack and has maintained a focus on ensuring its systems are secure. Further updates regarding the operational impact and any potential data exposure are expected as the internal investigation progresses.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 23, 2026 08:24 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
