Cyberattack disrupts checkin systems at major European airports
News Source : Financial Post
News Summary
- The cyberattack affected software of Collins Aerospace, whose systems help passengers check in, print boarding passes and bag tags.
- Brussels Airport said 45 outbound and 30 inbound flights were cancelled on Sunday, more than double the number a day earlier.
- It was not immediately clear who might be behind the cyberattack, but experts said it could turn out to be hackers, criminal organizations, or state actors.
- The airports advised passengers to check the status of their flights before traveling to the airports, and using alternative check-in methods.
BRUSSELS (AP) A cyberattack targeting checkin and boarding systems disrupted air traffic and caused delays at several of Europes major airports on Saturday, officials said, though the initial impact [+4496 chars]