UK Arrests Man Over Ransomware Attack Disrupting European Airports

UK Arrests Man Over Ransomware Attack Disrupting European Airports

UK Arrests Man Linked To Ransomware Attack That Caused Airport Disruptions Across Europe The UK arrests man linked to ransomware attack that caused airport disruptions across Europe , marking a major breakthrough in the investigation. The cyberattack hit check-in systems across several airports, leaving passengers stranded and airlines scrambling for solutions. Image Credits:JORIS SMETS/Belga/AFP / Getty Images According to the National Crime Agency (NCA), the suspect—reportedly in his forties—was arrested in West Sussex under the Computer Misuse Act. Authorities say the man was released on conditional bail as investigations continue. Ransomware Attack Left Thousands Of Travelers Stranded The ransomware attack, which began last Friday, targeted Collins Aerospace check-in systems used by airports across Europe. Major hubs in Brussels, Berlin, Dublin, and London Heathrow experienced severe delays, with airlines forced to revert to manual check-ins. Passengers faced long queues, canceled flight…