The Central government has launched an investigation into a reported cyberattack involving Tata Electronics after claims surfaced that confidential information linked to Apple's upcoming iPhone model may have been compromised. The incident has also been formally reported to the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), the country's cybersecurity response agency. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) cybersecurity summit, IT Secretary S. Krishnan confirmed that the matter is under examination. "We are investigating it... it has been reported to CERT-In," he said while responding to questions about the alleged breach. The investigation follows reports claiming that a ransomware group gained unauthorized access to Tata Electronics' systems and leaked sensitive information on the dark web. The reportedly exposed data includes details about suppliers, electronic components, and images believed to be associated with Apple's yet-to-be-launched iPhone 18 Pro. Tata Electronics is among Apple's key manufacturing partners in India. CERT-In serves as India's national agency responsible for handling cybersecurity incidents, coordinating responses to digital threats, and assisting organizations in mitigating cyber risks.

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