Aeroflot blames IT issues for flight cancellations

Aeroflot blames IT issues for flight cancellations

Aeroflot experienced significant IT system failures leading to flight cancellations and delays, with hacktivist groups claiming responsibility. The attack involved the compromise of critical corporate systems and the theft of substantial data, escalating the cyber conflict surrounding geopolitical tensions. #SilentCrow #Cyberpartisans #Aeroflot #ITSystems #HacktivistAttack

Keypoints

  • Aeroflot canceled flights due to a failure in its IT systems caused by a hacktivist attack.
  • The hacktivist groups claim to have compromised all critical corporate systems and stolen large amounts of data.
  • The incident has caused widespread flight disruptions at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport, affecting hundreds of passengers.
  • Aeroflot’s services are temporarily limited, with refunds and rebookings on hold for affected travelers.
  • The attack highlights ongoing cyber tensions linked to geopolitical conflicts and cyber activism.

Read More: https://www.theregister.com/2025/07/28/aeroflot_system_compromise/