RTX Ransomware Chaos: Flight Delays Take Off as Airports Scramble
RTX confirmed that a ransomware attack disrupted airport services, causing delays and cancellations, as airlines resorted to manual processes. The ransomware, HardBit, infected systems supporting passenger processing software. While RTX continues to investigate, European airports are still feeling the impact. Meanwhile, a 40-year-old suspect was arrested and released on bail in the UK.
Hot Take:
Looks like some cyber baddies decided to play “hard to get” with RTX’s airport services, leaving passengers all dressed up with nowhere to go – literally! Who knew ransomware had a knack for causing such turbulence?
Key Points:
– RTX was hit by a ransomware attack, affecting airport services.
– The attack targeted the MUSE passenger processing software.
– Flights have been delayed and canceled as airlines resort to manual check-in processes.
– The ransomware is identified as HardBit, with origins traced back to 2022.
– A suspect in the UK was arrested but later released on bail.