Cyberattack Disrupts Van Wezel Autoparts Systems in Tienen

Summary
Van Wezel Autoparts confirmed a cyberattack at its Tienen site last week. The company says it took steps to protect its systems and hired cybersecurity experts; the impact and any data theft are unknown. Police have opened an investigation.
Key points
- Van Wezel Autoparts confirmed a cyberattack at its Tienen site last week.
- The article’s headline says the company’s systems are down, but the broader impact on the business and customers is unclear.
- The company says it immediately took measures to protect all systems and engaged cybersecurity experts.
- It is not known whether personal data was stolen.
- Police Getevallei has opened an investigation.
Article Details
- Victim Organization
- Van Wezel Autoparts
- Incident Type
- Cyberattack
- Operational Impact
- The headline reports that the company's system was down. The extent of the impact on the company and its customers is unclear.
- Ransom Or Extortion
- Unknown
- Claim Status
- confirmed
