Japanese retailer Askul halts online orders, shipments after ransomware attack

Keypoints

• Askul’s systems were compromised by a ransomware attack, leading to service shutdowns.
• All online orders, shipments, and customer services were suspended across its platforms.
• Major retailers relying on Askul’s logistics, such as Muji and Loft, experienced disruptions.
• The company is investigating potential data leaks involving personal and customer information.
• The attack is part of a broader trend of increasing cybersecurity incidents in Japan, including attacks on Asahi and Sagawa Express.