European Airports Grapple with Ongoing Cyberattack Fallout, Flight Disruptions Continue
European Airports Grapple with Ongoing Cyberattack Fallout, Flight Disruptions Continue
Major airports across Europe are still experiencing significant flight delays and cancellations today, Sunday, September 21, following a widespread cyberattack that began Friday night. The incident targeted a critical service provider for check-in and boarding systems, affecting operations at key hubs including London’s Heathrow, Berlin’s Brandenburg Airport, and Brussels Airport.
The cyberattack, which hit the service provider on September 19, has caused considerable disruption for travelers. While the service provider, Collins Aerospace, confirmed the ‘cyber-related disruption’ to its MUSE software, it stated that manual check-in operations could mitigate some impact. However, passengers are strongly advised to confirm their flight status directly with airlines before heading to the airport.
As of Sunday, the full extent of the attack’s resolution remains unclear, and authorities have not yet identified those responsible. Dublin and Cork airports in Ireland also reported minor impacts. This incident follows a separate hacking of St. Petersburg airport’s website just a day prior to the European-wide attack, raising concerns about aviation infrastructure security.
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