Cyberattack Shuts Down European Airport Check-in Systems
A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace's systems led to disruptions across major European airports, impacting check-in processes and causing flight delays. The cyberattack highlights the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure. Authorities are investigating, while affected airports like Berlin and Brussels resort to manual methods for passenger check-ins.
Air travel chaos hit Europe as a cyberattack targeted Collins Aerospace's systems, causing significant disruptions over the weekend. The crisis paralyzed check-in systems at major airports, resulting in delayed flights and frustrated travelers.
ENISA, the EU's cybersecurity agency, confirmed the attack's source remains unknown, but law enforcement agencies are investigating. Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX, is rushing to restore full services, working closely with key airports, including Brussels and London Heathrow.
With manual check-in procedures extending wait times, airports like Berlin faced additional challenges due to the Berlin Marathon. Meanwhile, a survey by Bitkom indicates the prevalence of ransomware attacks, with many companies succumbing to ransom demands.
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