Report has it that a major cyberattack has disrupted the operations in several European airports, thereby causing widespread flight delays and cancellations across Europe.
The cyber attack which targeted Collins Aerospace’s MUSE passenger service software, which manages check-in, boarding, and baggage handling.
Airports in Brussels, London Heathrow, and Berlin Brandenburg were among the hardest hit, forcing many to switch to manual operations.
These disruption left a lot of passengers stranded in long queues while airlines struggles to manage schedules.
Other reports, has it that the incident appears to be linked to ransomware attack on a third-party provider.
European aviation authorities and cybersecurity experts are working urgently to restore full service and investigate the source of the breach.
While the situation is gradually stabilizing, the event highlights the growing vulnerability of critical aviation infrastructure to cyber threats.
Governments and industry leaders are calling for stronger digital security measures to prevent future large-scale disruptions.
@Reuters @AP @Eurocontrol @HeathrowAirport @BrusselsAirport @BerlinAirport @CollinsAero
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