Airports in Europe under Cyberattack, Ber Airport included
The past weekend saw a significant cyberattack targeting a service provider for the systems used to process passengers at several European airports. As a result, numerous airports have reported delays and cancellations, causing chaos for travellers.
The airports affected by the cyberattack include Berlin (BER), Brussels, Dublin, and London Heathrow. However, it remains unclear which other airports, besides these, are also affected. The service provider, used at airports throughout Europe, was the direct target of the attack, and the airport itself is not the primary focus.
Brussels airport has confirmed significant impacts on its flight operations due to the cyberattack. As a precautionary measure, the airport has severed connections to these systems. Currently, manual check-in and boarding are the only options available at Brussels airport.
London Heathrow airport has also reported delays due to a technical problem with a third-party provider for check-in and boarding systems. It is unclear if this is related to the cyberattack, but the airport is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Other airports, such as Frankfurt and Hamburg, are not affected by the cyberattack and are operating normally with no restrictions. Passengers at these airports can travel without any additional concerns.
The cyberattack occurred on Friday evening, causing significant impacts across multiple airports in Europe. Passengers are advised to check their flight status with their airline before traveling and to allow sufficient time at the airport due to potential delays and disruptions.
The service provider affected by the cyberattack is working diligently to resolve the issue and restore normal operations as soon as possible. The European airports affected by the cyberattack on the passenger systems service provider are urging passengers to remain patient and follow the instructions provided by airport staff and their airlines during this challenging time.
