The largest container port in Japan, Nagoya Port, has been hit by a ransomware attack, leading to the suspension of container handling operations. The attack occurred yesterday evening, causing system outages and affecting the arrival and departure of container ships. Nagoya Port handles around 200 million tons of goods annually.
Attack Details and Impact
According to Japan’s public broadcaster NHK, the attackers distributed their ransom message through printers, stating that data had been encrypted and a ransom must be paid. Specific details about the attack have not been disclosed. However, authorities expect work at the affected container terminals to resume tomorrow, as reported by The Asahi Shimbun.
Toyota Motor, an automotive manufacturer that ships most of its vehicles through Nagoya Port, has stated that the attack has not yet impacted vehicle deliveries. However, the import and export of parts cannot be loaded at the port until the issue is resolved. A spokesperson mentioned to The Business Times that production has no impact.
The ransomware attack on Nagoya Port, Japan’s largest container port, has caused a temporary halt in container handling operations. The attackers spread their ransom message through printers, but specific details of the attack have not been disclosed. While Toyota Motor reports no immediate impact on vehicle deliveries, the import and export of parts remain affected until the issue is resolved. Authorities anticipate that work at the affected container terminals will resume soon. The incident highlights critical infrastructure’s ongoing cybersecurity challenges and the need for robust preventive measures.
