Digital Event Horizon
Aeroflot's IT system collapse was caused by a sophisticated cyberattack that targeted the airline's entire database of flight history, audio recordings, internal calls, and surveillance data. The attack, which occurred on Monday, left dozens of flights canceled or delayed and travelers stranded at airports throughout Russia.
Aeroflot canceled dozens of flights due to a cyberattack on their IT systems. The attack targeted Aeroflot's database, audio recordings, internal calls, and surveillance data. The hackers, known as Silent Crow, claimed responsibility for the attack and stated it was "strategic" and would require tens of millions of dollars to repair. Tensions between Russia and Ukraine have been escalating, with Ukrainian hackers previously claiming responsibility for a cyberattack on Rosaviatsiya in 2023. The attack highlights the growing threat of cyberattacks in the aviation industry and the need for airlines to improve their cybersecurity measures.
In a shocking turn of events, Russia's largest airline, Aeroflot, was forced to cancel dozens of flights and ground several others due to a technical failure in their IT systems. The airline attributed the disruption to a "technical failure," but according to Russian lawmakers and pro-Ukrainian hackers, the cause was a cyberattack. The attack, which occurred on Monday, targeted Aeroflot's entire database of flight history, audio recordings, internal calls, and surveillance data.
The hackers, who took credit for the attack, claimed that they had been planning the operation for over a year and had managed to penetrate Aeroflot's network by destroying 7,000 servers and gaining control over the personal computers of employees. The group, known as Silent Crow, stated that the damage was "strategic" and would likely require tens of millions of dollars to repair.
The attack on Aeroflot comes at a time when tensions between Russia and Ukraine have been escalating. Ukrainian hackers had previously claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the Russian government's civil aviation agency Rosaviatsiya in 2023, and there has been speculation about the involvement of Ukrainian hackers in this latest incident.
Belarusian Cyberpartisans, another group involved in the attack, also took credit for their role in the operation. They stated that they had worked with other groups to carry out the attack, which was intended to paralyze Russia's largest airline and inflict massive financial damage.
The impact of the attack on Aeroflot was significant, with dozens of flights canceled or delayed at various airports throughout Russia. Travelers were left stranded at airports, and the disruption caused chaos in the aviation industry. The Russian government has launched an investigation into the incident, which is being led by prosecutors.
In a statement, Anton Gorelkin, a Russian lawmaker, hinted that the attack was carried out by hacktivists with help from unfriendly states. He stated that Russia was under digital attack and that the country's defenses were being breached. The incident has raised concerns about the vulnerability of Aeroflot's IT systems and the potential risks to national security.
The attack on Aeroflot also highlights the growing threat of cyberattacks in the aviation industry. With the increasing reliance on technology, airlines are becoming more vulnerable to cyber threats. The incident serves as a wake-up call for the industry to take steps to improve its cybersecurity measures and protect itself against such attacks.
As the investigation into the attack continues, it remains to be seen what other consequences will unfold. One thing is certain, however: the cyberattack on Aeroflot has had a significant impact on Russia's aviation industry, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing cybersecurity in the digital age.
Related Information:
https://www.digitaleventhorizon.com/articles/Aeroflots-IT-System-Collapse-A-Cyberattack-on-Russian-Aviation-deh.shtml
https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/07/pro-ukrainian-hackers-take-credit-for-attack-that-snarls-russian-flight-travel/
Published: Mon Jul 28 15:57:08 2025 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M
