Cyberattack Caused Disruptions at Airports Across Europe
A cyberattack on an external service provider led to serious disruptions and delays at airports across Europe. Passengers had to wait for hours for check-in and boarding due to this incident. This is reported by
Glavcomciting Bild.
Consequences for Airports
According to the publication, Berlin's BER airport was indirectly affected by this attack, leading to interruptions in connection with some security systems, which could result in flight cancellations. Brussels airport reported that only manual check-in was temporarily possible, which could affect flight schedules. London Heathrow airport also reported 'technical issues' that caused disruptions.
- Frankfurt and Hamburg airports reported that they were not affected by the cyberattack and are operating normally.
The service provider is working to resolve the issue. Passengers are urged to expect possible delays and flight cancellations.
It is recalled that the website of St. Petersburg's Pulkovo airport was also attacked by hackers. The website's operation was temporarily suspended, and a technical message about ongoing work appeared on its main page. Passengers are advised to contact airlines directly for additional information about their flights.
Summary: The cyberattack on an external service provider led to serious disruptions at airports across Europe, including delays in check-in and possible flight cancellations. Some airports are already responding to the issues by restoring normal operations, but passengers are asked to prepare for potential inconveniences.