Hawaiian Airlines Cybersecurity Snafu: Flights Safe but Data Drama Looms

Hawaiian Airlines confirms a “cybersecurity incident” affected its IT systems, but your flights are safe and sound. The airline, owned by Alaska Air Group, discovered the breach on June 23. Authorities and experts are on the case, ensuring no turbulence on the cybersecurity front. Hawaiian Airlines remains committed to passenger safety.

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Ah, the joys of modern air travel! If flight delays, cramped seats, and crying babies weren’t enough, now we have to worry about cyber gremlins hacking our Hawaiian getaway plans. At least the mai tais are still secure, right?

Key Points:

  • Hawaiian Airlines experienced a “cybersecurity incident” affecting some IT systems.
  • Flights are operating as scheduled despite the incident.
  • The airline is working with authorities and experts to investigate and mitigate the breach.
  • No confirmation on whether customer or employee data was compromised.
  • Similar incidents have been reported by other airlines like WestJet.

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