This cyberattack highlights critical vulnerabilities in aviation infrastructure that could have been prevented with stronger security measures. The aviation industry's over-reliance on centralized systems from single providers like Collins Aerospace creates catastrophic single points of failure that hostile actors can exploit to bring entire sectors to a standstill.
Thanks to established backup procedures, airlines and airports quickly implemented manual check-in processes and workarounds, ensuring passenger safety remained uncompromised. The disruption highlights the aviation industry's resilience and ability to maintain essential air travel services despite cyber threats.
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