Case Study Analysis — Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack
Assignment Overview
In August 2025, Jaguar Land Rover experienced a ransomware and data exfiltration attack that forced a complete shutdown of IT and manufacturing systems across its global operations. This disruption caused significant financial losses and supply chain delays. Analyze the incident to understand the vulnerabilities exploited, evaluate the company’s response, and recommend strategies to improve resilience.
Primary Sources for Research
The following articles provide verified background and technical insight into the incident:
· Wired: A Cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover Is Causing a Supply Chain DisasterLinks to an external site.
· The Guardian: Inside the Jaguar Land Rover Hack: Stalled Smart Factories, Outsourced Cybersecurity, and Supply Chain WoesLinks to an external site.
· CYFIRMA: Investigation Report on Jaguar Land Rover CyberattackLinks to an external site.
· Reuters: UK’s Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack Shutdown Hit Four WeeksLinks to an external site.
Report Structure (3–4 Pages, Excluding References)
1. Executive Summary
Summarize what happened, when, and who was affected. Identify the key risks and immediate outcomes.
2. Technical Attack & Propagation
Explain how attackers gained access, moved laterally, and impacted production. Discuss control failures and security gaps.
3. Impact & Scale
Assess operational, financial, and reputational effects, including supply chain disruption and regulatory implications.
4. Response & Recovery Evaluation
Analyze JLR’s response measures, including shutdown decisions, communication practices, and system restoration.
5. Lessons Learned & Recommendations
Propose three to four concrete recommendations to prevent or mitigate similar incidents. Discuss trade-offs and implementation feasibility.
Deliverables
· 3–4 page analytical report (plus title and reference pages).
· APA formatting with headings and citations.
· At least three credible references (news, reports, or government advisories).
