EU agency confirms ransomware attack behind airport disruptions
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Airport disruptions that affected automated check-in systems in recent days were caused by a ransomware attack, the EU's cybersecurity agency said on Monday, highlighting the growing risks of such attacks to critical infrastructure and industries.
Breakdown
- A ransomware attack caused disruptions to automated check-in systems at major European airports.
- The EU's cyber security agency confirmed the attack, which affected systems from Collins Aerospace. 5s
- Dozens of flights and thousands of passengers were impacted since Friday. 20s
- Collins Aerospace is working with airports like Brussels and London Heathrow to restore systems. 37s
- Berlin Airport continues to face delays, with departures delayed by over an hour. 51s