Bajaj Auto announced on Tuesday that a ransomware attack impacted its systems and those of its wholly owned subsidiary, Bajaj Auto Technology Ltd (BATL). The Pune-based two- and three-wheeler manufacturer said it has activated response protocols and implemented precautionary measures to contain the incident, though it did not disclose the extent of the disruption or whether production was affected, according to medianama.com.
The company reported that the attack occurred earlier in the day and affected both Bajaj Auto and BATL systems. Bajaj Auto stated that mitigation efforts have been successful so far, but it did not reveal details about the type of ransomware, the attackers’ identity, or if a ransom demand was made. The company also did not specify whether law enforcement or government cybersecurity agencies were notified, per medianama.com.
This incident highlights the growing cybersecurity risks faced by manufacturing firms and their technology subsidiaries, which support critical internal systems and operational infrastructure. Bajaj Auto’s disclosure classified the event as a cybersecurity incident requiring immediate containment. The involvement of BATL underscores the potential impact on technology units that are integral to operations. Such attacks can disrupt production and compromise sensitive data, a concern for the automotive sector.
Bajaj Auto’s statement confirmed that necessary precautionary actions and protocols have been implemented and have been effective in managing the ransomware attack so far, medianama.com reported. The company has not yet provided further updates on the investigation or any regulatory notifications filed.