"The attack targeting Collins Aerospace technology caused chaos at airports across Europe and beyond. It began on September 19 and spilled into the working week. It impacted ARINC SelfServ cMUSE software used by airport workers to process traveler check-ins and bag drop functions. Airports caught up in the incident included London Heathrow, Berlin Brandenburg, and Brussels Airport, leading to hundreds of cancelled flights and extensive delays on both sides of the Atlantic."
"NCA deputy director Paul Foster, head of the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit, said in a statement: "Although this arrest is a positive step, the investigation into this incident is in its early stages and remains ongoing." "Cybercrime is a persistent global threat that continues to cause significant disruption to the UK. Alongside our partners here and overseas, the NCA is committed to reducing that threat in order to protect the British public," Foster said."
A ransomware attack beginning on September 19 targeted Collins Aerospace systems and disrupted ARINC SelfServ cMUSE software used for electronic passenger check-in and baggage drop. Major airports affected included London Heathrow, Berlin Brandenburg and Brussels, resulting in hundreds of cancelled flights and extensive delays across Europe and transatlantic routes. Collins Aerospace confirmed a cyber-related disruption that forced airports to use manual check-in procedures. Brussels Airport described the incident as a cyberattack and advised passengers to expect delays. UK National Crime Agency investigators arrested a man in his forties on suspicion of Computer Misuse Act offences; he was released on conditional bail and the investigation remains ongoing.
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