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# JAXA servers compromised in unauthorized access incident

Canonical ID: `cd43f3a7-a5f7-4f5e-b7be-e4b53a734ede`

- **Occurred:** 2023-10-01
- **Kind:** `other`
- **Status (derived):** active
- **Company:** [Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency](/companies/jaxa.md) (id: `cb870451-dba4-4457-9548-ac73fc43f747`)

JAXA discovered unauthorized access to its internal servers in October 2023, following a notification from an external organization. The investigation, conducted with security experts, confirmed that information related to activities with external organizations and personal information was compromised. Over 10,000 files may have leaked, including data on partners such as NASA, Toyota, and the Defense Ministry. A China-affiliated hacker group was reportedly involved. JAXA implemented countermeasures and strengthened security protocols.

## Sources (2)

1. https://global.jaxa.jp/press/2024/07/20240705-2_e.html
2. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/06/21/japan/jaxa-cyberattacks/

## Common questions

### What happened in JAXA servers compromised in unauthorized access incident?

JAXA discovered unauthorized access to its internal servers in October 2023, following a notification from an external organization. The investigation, conducted with security experts, confirmed that information related to activities with external organizations and personal information was compromised. Over 10,000 files may have leaked, including data on partners such as NASA, Toyota, and the Defense Ministry. A China-affiliated hacker group was reportedly involved. JAXA implemented countermeasures and strengthened security protocols.

### When did this incident occur?

The incident is recorded as occurring on October 1, 2023 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.

### Who was involved in JAXA servers compromised in unauthorized access incident?

The incident is recorded as involving Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.

### Has anyone responded to JAXA servers compromised in unauthorized access incident?

No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.

### What is the current status of JAXA servers compromised in unauthorized access incident?

This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.


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