Security News Seattle-Tacoma Airport IT systems down due to a cyberattack

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The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has confirmed that a cyberattack is likely behind the ongoing IT systems outage that disrupted reservation check-in systems and delayed flights over the weekend.

SEA-TAC is Seattle's primary international airport and the busiest in the Pacific Northwest region. In 2023, it served almost 51 million passengers. The airport is a major hub for Alaska Airlines and Delta Air Line, servings 91 domestic and 28 international destinations.

On Saturday, August 24, the Port of Seattle warned that it and the SEA Airport were suffering an ongoing outage caused by a "possible cyberattack," forcing them to isolate certain critical systems to contain the damage.

"The Port of Seattle, including SEA Airport, is experiencing an internet and web systems outage, which is impacting some systems at the airport. Passengers are encouraged to check with their airlines for the latest information for their flights," reads an X thread posted by the Port of Seattle.

"Earlier this morning the Port of Seattle experienced certain system outages indicating a possible cyberattack. The Port isolated critical systems and is in the process of working to restore full service and do not have an estimated time for return. (Cont.)"

"We are working closely with appropriate authorities and partners to help travelers who may be impacted. If you are traveling today, please check with our airline partners for travel information and allow extra time to get to SEA and to your gate."

Seattle-Tacoma Airport IT systems down due to a cyberattack

The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has confirmed that a cyberattack is likely behind the ongoing IT systems outage that disrupted reservation check-in systems and delayed flights over the weekend.

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[SumTingWong]

I feel like this year is the hacker year. A lot of cyber-attacks.

 

[oldschool]

I feel like this year is the hacker year. A lot of cyber-attacks.

It's only going to get worse. The news is filled with the big stories, but there are also many attacks on smaller business and government entities, which is really taking a toll especially on those like small rural hospitals. Small entities have trouble attracting qualified IT staff and/or can't afford them.

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

Port of Seattle hit by Rhysida ransomware in August attack

Port of Seattle, the United States government agency overseeing Seattle's seaport and airport, confirmed on Friday that the Rhysida ransomware operation was behind a cyberattack impacting its systems over the last three weeks.

The agency revealed on August 24 that the attack forced it to isolate some of its critical systems to contain the impact. The resulting IT outage disrupted reservation check-in systems and delayed flights at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Today, three weeks after the initial disclosure, the Port officially confirmed that the August breach was a ransomware attack coordinated by Rhysida ransomware affiliates.

"This incident was a "ransomware" attack by the criminal organization known as Rhysida. There has been no new unauthorized activity on Port systems since that day. It remains safe to travel from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and use the Port of Seattle's maritime facilities," it said in a press release.

Port of Seattle hit by Rhysida ransomware in August attack

Port of Seattle, the United States government agency overseeing Seattle's seaport and airport, confirmed on Friday that the Rhysida ransomware operation was behind a cyberattack impacting its systems over the last three weeks.

www.bleepingcomputer.com