The Indian government responded to reports of a cyberattack that disrupted flight operations at several European airports on Saturday. The cyberattack had targeted Collins Aerospace’s MUSE software, which is also used at the Delhi airport.
The cyberattack disrupted operations at several major European airports, including London’s Heathrow airport and others in Brussels and Berlin. RTX, Collins Aerospace’s parent company, said it was aware of a “cyber-related disruption” to its MUSE software at selected airports.
The Ministry of Electronics and IT said the MUSE software was also used by the Delhi airport, but added that there was no impact on flight operations so far, according to the Hindustan Times. The Navi Mumbai airport also uses the same
software, but it is not yet operational.
Airports Vigilant After Cyberattack
The government said it ran a quick check in India after reports of the European cyberattack surfaced. No impact was found in India, but airports have been asked to remain vigilant.
“There is no impact observed so far as per our conversation with multiple entities in the country,” the ministry said, adding that they were trying to get in touch with Collins Aerospace via e-mail, as direct phone contact was not available.
Airports in Goa, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Mangaluru, Guwahati, and Thiruvananthapuram don’t use the Collins MUSE software, HT reported.
What Happened In Europe?
Major European airports, including Heathrow in London, reported flight delays and cancellations following a “technical issue” that affected check-in and boarding systems. At least 29 departures and arrivals were cancelled in Heathrow, Berlin and Brussels, Reuters reported.
The attack forced airport staff to conduct manual check-in and boarding procedures, resulting in delays. Air India issued a travel advisory on Saturday for passengers flying from London, asking them to complete web check-in before heading to the airport.
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