Japan Airlines (JAL) fell victim to a cyberattack on Thursday, leading to delays for 24 domestic flights, each postponed by over 30 minutes. The incident, suspected to be a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack, began in the early hours, overwhelming the airline’s network infrastructure. As a result, ticket sales and internal systems were temporarily paralyzed. However, JAL reassured the public that flight safety remained intact and confirmed that no customer data was compromised. Operations were fully restored within hours.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi announced that Japan's Ministry of Transport had instructed JAL to prioritize system recovery efforts and ensure proper support for stranded passengers. The timing of the attack, during Japan’s peak year-end holiday travel period, added to the disruption, leaving many travelers stranded at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport.
The incident highlights the vulnerabilities faced by critical transportation networks and underscores the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, particularly during high-traffic seasons. Despite the setback, JAL swiftly resumed normal operations, mitigating further impact on holiday travel plans.
0 Comments