Nissan Confirms Data Leak After Ransomware Attack on Design Unit

Nissan’s Tokyo-based design subsidiary, Creative Box Inc. (CBI), has launched an investigation into a cyberattack after a ransomware group claimed to have stolen a large cache of internal files. The company confirmed that some design data has been compromised but said the breach affects only Nissan itself, as CBI’s work is exclusively for the automaker.

CBI is a specialized design studio established in 1987 as part of Nissan’s global creative network. Unlike mainstream production teams, the unit is often described as a “think tank” where designers experiment with bold and futuristic concepts. This makes the data stored on its systems particularly valuable, as early sketches, 3D models, and conceptual ideas can reveal strategic directions for future vehicles.

The ransomware group behind the attack alleges it copied more than 400,000 files, amounting to around four terabytes of information. According to their claims, the stolen material includes design files, reports, photos, videos, and other documents connected to Nissan’s projects. While the attackers say they have not released the full dataset yet, they have threatened to make it public if their demands are ignored.

Nissan, in its official statement, confirmed the unauthorized access and the leakage of some desi

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