India investigates Tata data leak that exposed Apple iPhone 18 Pro secrets
According to Straits Times, India is investigating a data leak at Tata, an Apple supplier. Files posted on the dark web include sensitive component and supplier lists, along with photos of iPhone 18 Pro models. The incident has raised concerns about supply-chain security.

India is investigating a data leak that affects Apple's supply chain. As reported by Straits Times, the leak occurred at Tata, which manufactures for Apple. The compromised files were posted on the dark web.
The report says the leaked files include sensitive component and supplier lists, as well as photos of iPhone 18 Pro models. Such information could shed light on the design and supply structure of a device that has not yet been released.
The incident raises questions about supply-chain security at a time when Apple is shifting more of its manufacturing to India. As officials continue the investigation, companies' data-protection measures are being reviewed again.
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