Unauthorized Access to the Organization’s Website
Overview
Unauthorized access to some of the organization’s websites was confirmed beginning October 14, 2026. To investigate the cause and prevent further harm, the websites were temporarily taken offline starting October 17. The leak of 743 items of personal information, including company names and business contacts’ email addresses, was confirmed, and JETRO has notified the affected companies and individuals. While continuing its investigation with security experts, JETRO has launched a temporary website and is taking necessary measures to avoid inconveniencing users during the suspension.
Key points
- Unauthorized access to some websites was confirmed beginning October 14.
- The leak of 743 items of personal information, including company names and contacts’ email addresses, was confirmed.
- Website access has been temporarily suspended since October 17 to investigate the cause and prevent further harm.
- JETRO is investigating with security experts and has launched a temporary website.
Overview
The unauthorized access affected some of the organization’s websites. After it was confirmed, access was suspended to investigate the cause and prevent further harm.
Impact
JETRO apologized for causing considerable concern and inconvenience.
Details
At this time, the leak of 743 items of personal information, including company names and business contacts’ email addresses, has been confirmed. JETRO has notified the affected companies and individuals, in accordance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information, of the incident’s outline and the types of leaked data.
JETRO is working with security experts to investigate the extent of the harm, the cause, and the websites’ security. To avoid inconveniencing customers during the suspension, JETRO has launched a temporary website and is taking necessary measures.