Major Japanese beverage maker Asahi Group Holdings says its domestic operations remain suspended following a cyberattack on Monday. The brewing giant says it cannot tell when production and shipping will resume.


Officials say production of beer and other beverages was halted at many of its 30 plants across Japan due to a system failure as of Tuesday morning.


The cyberattack occurred at around 7 a.m. on Monday, affecting operations at group companies in Japan.


The group has been unable to receive orders, ship products and handle inquiries from customers.


Asahi says there has been no confirmed leak of personal information or customer data.


Company officials say the group is accelerating efforts to restore operations because a prolonged system failure could affect product supply.


However, they downplayed the possibility of a shortage of its drinks any time soon, citing inventories held by wholesalers and retailers.

Quiz 1:
Question text: Which Japanese beverage maker announced a suspension of its domestic operations following a cyberattack?
A. Kirin Brewery Company
B. Suntory Holdings Limited
C. Asahi Group Holdings
D. Yebisu Beer Co., Ltd.

Quiz 2:
Question text: When did the cyberattack occur at Asahi Group Holdings' operations in Japan?
A. Monday evening
B. Tuesday morning
C. Wednesday afternoon
D. Thursday night

Quiz 3:
Question text: What is the current status of customer data and personal information held by Asahi Group Holdings following the cyberattack?
A. Confirmed leak of personal information or customer data
B. Unconfirmed leak of personal information or customer data
C. No data breach has been reported
D. Data breach occurred but not related to the company's systems