The future is descending from the skies, literally. Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), encompassing electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft and integrated drone operations, promises to revolutionize urban transportation. Imagine air taxis seamlessly navigating cityscapes or drones delivering packages with unparalleled speed. This vision, however, rests on a foundation that
Ever gotten an email that seemed a little too good to be true? Like, “Congratulations! You’ve won a free trip to Hawaii!” but you don’t remember entering any contest? That, my friend, is likely a phishing scam. And in the world of aviation, these scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting
Ransomware attacks are a growing threat to airports worldwide. These attacks can cripple operations, leading to flight delays, cancellations, and significant financial losses. In 2023, the aviation industry witnessed a resurgence of ransomware attacks, reaching levels not seen since before the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. This blog post will
The dark web, a hidden part of the internet, is a breeding ground for cybercriminal activity. It’s where hackers buy, sell, and trade stolen data, including information that could put airports at risk. Think of it as a digital back alley where shady deals happen away from the watchful eyes
Background There are many stories in the news these days regarding companies that were breached, customer data exposed, fines levied – it’s becoming a commonplace occurrence. Both large and small airports can be a target for cyber criminals. In fact, some types of cyber-crime such as Ransomware have become such
The aviation industry, a testament of human ingenuity and technological progress, is increasingly reliant on interconnected digital systems and complex tools and instruments. These systems enable everything from in-flight entertainment to air traffic control, but they also open the door to a new breed of threat: cyberattacks. The potential fallout
