Tata Electronics tightens internal access after alleged client data leak surfaces on dark web
Tata Electronics has tightened access to sensitive internal systems and launched a forensic investigation after a reported cybersecurity incident that allegedly exposed thousands of confidential client files on the dark web.
According to Reuters, the company has engaged a global consulting firm to conduct a forensic audit and has informed both the Indian government and its customers about the incident. Tata Electronics has not disclosed further details about the investigation.
Earlier this week, the ransomware group World Leaks had published more than 200,000 files on the dark web, claiming they belonged to Tata Electronics. The leaked material reportedly includes documents linked to Apple and Tesla, although Reuters said it could not independently verify the authenticity of the files.
The company acknowledged that it had identified a cybersecurity incident but said there had been no impact on its operations.
The leaked database appeared to contain documents related to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) and Qualcomm, both of which manufacture components used in Apple’s products.
Following the incident, Tata Electronics reportedly introduced stricter security measures across its facilities and offices. According to sources cited by Reuters, remote access to sensitive internal systems, including tools used for purchase orders, has now been limited to a select group of employees.
While work-from-home arrangements remain in place, access to critical internal platforms from outside company premises has been significantly restricted. The revised controls reportedly apply across Tata Electronics’ operations rather than being limited to specific manufacturing sites.
One source told Reuters that the company has “hardened access” to sensitive internal systems while the investigation remains ongoing.
The report also stated that Apple’s security team is working closely with Tata Electronics on immediate and long-term measures following the incident.
Neither Tata Electronics, Apple, TSMC nor Qualcomm responded to Reuters’ requests for comment. India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), which reportedly received the incident report, also did not respond.
Founded in 2020 and led by CEO Randhir Thakur, Tata Electronics has become a key supplier in Apple’s manufacturing ecosystem as the company expands iPhone production beyond China. According to Counterpoint Research, India is expected to manufacture 26% of the world’s iPhones in 2026, up from 6% four years earlier.
World Leaks claims to have published more than 204,000 files amounting to over 630 GB of data on its dark web portal.
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