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Japan faces Asahi beer shortage after cyber-attack

Japan faces Asahi beer shortage after cyber-attack

Summary

Japan is experiencing a shortage of Asahi beer and bottled tea due to a cyber-attack. The attack has affected Asahi's ability to process orders and deliver products from most of its factories within the country.

Key Facts

  • Asahi Group's factories in Japan stopped operations due to a cyber-attack.
  • The attack disrupted Asahi's ordering and delivery systems.
  • Major retailers like FamilyMart and Lawson warn of Asahi product shortages.
  • Asahi has paused orders and shipments with no timeline for resumption.
  • FamilyMart stated that its Famimaru range of teas may be unavailable.
  • Lawson plans to offer alternative products to reduce customer impact.
  • Asahi is Japan's largest brewer and sells brands like Peroni and Grolsch.
  • There is no evidence of customer data being leaked from this attack.

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