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Who carried out the cyberattacks on European airports?

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The cyberattacks on European airports targeted Collins Aerospace, a major aviation service provider responsible for check-in and boarding systems. The attackers have not been specifically identified in the available sources.

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Cyberattack causes chaos at European airports

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  • A cyberattack has disrupted check-in and boarding systems at major European airports. 7s
  • Collins Aerospace, a major aviation service provider, was the target of the attack. 23s
  • Airlines have switched to manual procedures, causing delays and cancellations. 16s
  • Passengers report insufficient information and staff support during the disruption. 1m 40s
  • Authorities advise travellers to confirm flight status before heading to the airport. 1m 12s
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Cyberattack causes chaos at European airports
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DW News
15 hours ago
Cyberattack causes chaos at European airports

A cyber attack targeting a service provider for check-in and boarding systems. Collins Aerospace, who have been affected by this cyber attack, is one of the biggest aviation and defence companies in the world.

Flight chaos as UK, European airports hit by cyberattack
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Al Jazeera
15 hours ago
Flight chaos as UK, European airports hit by cyberattack

The source of the chaos, a cyber attack on Collins Aerospace, a service provider that handles check-in and boarding system for several airlines at major European airports.

Cyberattack cripples major European airports
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Africanews
21 hours ago
Cyberattack cripples major European airports

It's a cyber attack on an external company that handles check-ins and boarding of passengers. The cyber attack targeting Collins Aerospace Systems is disrupting baggage services as well.

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