https://dig.watch/updates/cybercrime-surge-hits-airlines-across-north-americ a
I don't know what to make of this piece. It's short and superficial. It came to my attention by way of GBTA's daily newsletter (I don't believe that they worry much about verifying sources or the quality of what they distribute). The links in the piece include one to a more lengthy CNN piece from 6/28/2025 (access here <https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/28/business/cyberattacks-airlines-fbi-crimi nal-group> ), but it likewise is looking for an impact headline and includes background without offering adequate context as to why said background might be relevant. The other links in the DigWatch piece are to further bits of its own content, which in turn also link to more of its own content. I'm tempted to think that the clip is written by an AI bot, but it also contains a misspelling (I've left that in place), which isn't likely bot material. You may well ask why I'm sharing it. This isn't a topic that is much discussed, at least in these pages, although aviation is as much a target for cyber attacks as any other sector. Hence, the topic is worth thinking about. I 'gotta go, Old Man Wardell David Wardell (757) 561-0582 <mailto:da...@wardell.org> da...@wardell.org <https://wardell.us/url/b5s86> <https://wardell.us/url/s9qvz> _____ Cyber experts warn that more airline and aviation-related victims may soon come forward following recent hacks. According to the FBI and cybersecurity experts, a well-known cybercrime group <https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/28/business/cyberattacks-airlines-fbi-crimi nal-group> has launched fresh attacks on the airline industry, successfully breaching the networks of several airlines in the US and Canada. The hackers, identified as 'Scattered Spider', are known for aggressive extortion tactics and are now shifting their focus to aviation instead of insurance or retail, their previous targets. Airline security teams remain on high alert despite no flights or operations being disrupted. <https://dig.watch/updates/hawaiian-airlines-confirms-flights-are-safe-despi te-cyberattack> Hawaiian Airlines and Canada's WestJet have acknowledged recent cyber incidents, while sources suggest more affected companies may step forward soon. Both <https://dig.watch/updates/us-airlines-struggle-as-travel-demand-drops> airlines reported no impact on day-to-day services, likely due to solid internal defences and continuity planning. The attackers often exploit help desks by impersonating employees or customers to access corporate systems. Experts warn that airline call centres are especially vulnerable, given their importance to customer support. Cybersecurity firms, including <https://dig.watch/updates/russian-ip-address-uploaded-malware-targeting-cri tical-infrastructure-mandiant-reports> Mandiant, are now supporting the response and advising firms to reinforce these high-risk entry points. <https://dig.watch/updates/ms-and-co%e2%80%91op-hit-by-scattered-spider-atta ck> Scattered Spider has previously breached major casinos, insurance, and retail companies. The FBI confirmed it is working with aviation partners to contain the threat and assist victims. Industry leaders remain alert, noting that airlines, IT contractors, and vendors across the aviation sector are at risk from the escalating threat.
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