Sky News Daily How to survive a cyber attack
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Sep 25, 2025 In this discussion, Paul Kelso, a Sky News business correspondent, shares insights on the recent cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover that halted production and sparked economic concerns. He explains the attack's significant financial impact and the vulnerability of UK firms to hackers. Kelso also addresses potential government support to prevent supply chain collapse and the pressing need for organizations to enhance their cybersecurity measures. The conversation raises critical questions about the future of digital security for businesses.
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JLR Shutdown And System Knockout
- Jaguar Land Rover shut down all systems after an infiltration on August 31st and announced factory closures from September 1st.
- Systems for production, dealer registration and diagnostics were all knocked out, halting cars rolling off lines for weeks.
Digital Orders Control Physical Assembly
- Modern automotive production is tightly integrated with digital ordering and just-in-time supply.
- If vehicle configurations and supplier deliveries are digitally inaccessible, physical assembly grinds to a halt.
Supply-Chain Ripple Effects
- The wider supply chain suffers quickly when a major manufacturer stops production.
- Hundreds of suppliers and thousands of jobs face layoffs even if the manufacturer itself can afford to pay staff.