A cybersecurity incident involving Global Crossing Airlines Group was confirmed after hackers accessed systems supporting some business applications. The hackers, claiming to be Anonymous, stole and defaced flight records related to ICE deportation flights; law enforcement and cybersecurity experts are investigating.
Affected: Global Crossing Airlines Group, ICE, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Affected: Global Crossing Airlines Group, ICE, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Keypoints
- The airline confirmed a cybersecurity breach on May 5, with hackers accessing parts of its business systems.
- The hacking group, claiming to be Anonymous, defaced the company website and stole flight records and manifests.
- The stolen data includes information on ICE deportation flights facilitated by the airline.
- The company has hired cybersecurity experts and notified law enforcement; no operational disruptions reported.
- The incident did not significantly impact the company’s financial condition, according to Global Crossing Airlines.
- The stolen data’s verification links it to notable deportation flights in March.
- The airline is based in Miami and generated $160 million in revenue in 2023, with around $65 million from ICE contracts.
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