Cybersecurity

Stellantis, a major player in the automotive industry, has confirmed a data breach impacting its North American customers. The breach involved unauthorized access to a third-party service provider’s platform supporting Stellantis’ customer service operations.

Details of the Breach

The compromised data includes basic contact information such as customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Stellantis has assured that no financial or other sensitive personal data was compromised.

Upon detection, the company activated its incident response protocols and is currently conducting an investigation. Affected customers are being directly informed, and federal authorities have been notified.

Customer Guidance

Stellantis advises customers to remain vigilant against potential phishing attempts and to avoid interacting with suspicious communications.

Industry-wide Implications

This incident underscores the increasing risk of cyberattacks within the automotive sector, particularly through supply chain vulnerabilities. As the industry relies more on digital ecosystems, the exposure to such risks increases.

For additional information, please refer to the official report.