Cyberattack suspends container terminal operations at Port of Tanjung Pelepas

Port of Tanjung Pelepas detected a cybersecurity incident at 23:34 local time on 09/09/2026 affecting its terminal operating systems. PTP isolated the affected systems, resulting in a temporary suspension of container terminal operations. A controlled restart began on September 10 with interim manual processing for export-container movements and other gate activities while systems were progressively restored. PTP later reported full restoration of systems and services on September 17. Maritime reporting indicated that the broader vessel impact was limited, although operational impacts and potential vessel delays were managed during recovery. Direwolf separately claimed responsibility and data theft, but PTP did not publicly attribute the incident to the group and the claim remains independently unverified.