Aeroflot suffers disruptions due to cyber-attack claims

A cyber-attack on Aeroflot has raised concerns within the Kremlin.

Aeroflot suffers disruptions due to cyber-attack claims

The Kremlin has expressed concern over a reported cyber-attack on Aeroflot, Russia's national airline. The hacker group Silent Crow claims responsibility and has threatened to expose personal data of past Aeroflot passengers. While the BBC could not verify the group's claims, a Russian prosecutor confirmed a failure in the airline's information system due to the attack, leading to flight cancellations. Significant disruptions primarily affected internal flights, but international routes to Belarus and Armenia also felt the impact. This incident highlights the ongoing cyber warfare between pro-Russian and pro-Ukrainian hackers, particularly intensified since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

The cyber-attack on Aeroflot marks a notable escalation in digital conflict between Russian and Ukrainian interests. Unlike previous threats by hacker groups, this attack has tangible consequences for passengers and could indicate a shift towards more disruptive tactics. The involvement of groups like Silent Crow and Cyber Partisans suggests a coordinated effort to challenge Russian infrastructure, raising questions about cybersecurity in the region. As tensions continue, such incidents may lead to a new phase in conflicts, where digital assaults complicate traditional warfare realities.

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Future developments in cybersecurity may reshape the dynamics between Russia and Ukraine.