Cyber Turbulence: European Airports Grounded by Cyber Attack Chaos
A cyber-attack on RTX’s Muse software led to chaos at European airports, forcing staff to resort to pen and paper for check-ins. With airlines scrambling and passengers in limbo, it’s clear that aviation has entered the age of cyber turbulence. Let’s hope the next flight isn’t delayed by a rogue Wi-Fi signal!
Hot Take:
Looks like even the skies aren’t safe from cyber shenanigans! A third-party software supplier got hit with a suspected cyber-attack, causing chaos at some of Europe’s busiest airports. Passengers were left twiddling their thumbs as airlines resorted to pen and paper for check-ins. Next time, they might want to consider using carrier pigeons—it’s less hackable!
Key Points:
- Cyber-attack on Muse software disrupts European airport operations.
- Heathrow, Brussels, Berlin, and Dublin airports affected.
- Airlines forced to revert to manual check-in and boarding processes.
- Cyber resilience in aviation requires focusing on systems and human factors.
- Improved cross-border information-sharing vital for future incident response.
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