Man Arrested for Airport Cyberattack
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Sep 24, 2025 · Last updated Sep 24, 2025
The cyberattack on RTX Corporation — Collins Aerospace's software caused significant operational disruptions at major European airports, leading to flight delays and cancellations. This event negatively impacts the airline industry and the reputation of RTX Corporation — Collins Aerospace, while also highlighting the persistent threat of cybercrime to critical infrastructure.
A man in his 40s has been arrested in the United Kingdom by the United Kingdom — National Crime Agency in connection with a cyberattack that severely disrupted several European airports, including United Kingdom — Heathrow Airport, Brussels Airport, and Berlin Brandenburg Airport. The attack targeted the MUSE software provided by RTX Corporation — Collins Aerospace, which handles check-in and boarding systems for multiple airlines. The disruption, which began late Friday and continued through the weekend, forced airlines to conduct manual check-ins and baggage drops, resulting in numerous flight cancellations and delays. The European Union — European Union Agency for Cybersecurity confirmed that ransomware was used in the attack. The arrested individual has been released on conditional bail, and the investigation is ongoing, with authorities emphasizing the global threat of cybercrime.
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