Ransomware Attack on Blue Yonder Disrupts Starbucks Operations and UK Retailers

The cyberattack has impacted scheduling and payroll systems for Starbucks and supply chains for major UK grocery chains, with no timeline for full recovery yet.

Blue Yonder, a major supply chain software provider, was hit by a ransomware attack on November 21, disrupting its managed services environment.
Starbucks' ability to manage barista schedules and payroll across 11,000 North American stores has been affected, forcing manual workarounds to ensure employees are paid.
The attack also disrupted operations for UK grocery chains Morrisons and Sainsbury's, with Morrisons relying on backup systems and Sainsbury's restoring services quickly.
Blue Yonder, owned by Panasonic, has not disclosed the number of affected clients or whether customer data was compromised, and no group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Ransomware attacks have been on the rise globally, with experts emphasizing the need for stronger cybersecurity measures in supply chain networks.