UK arrest after cyberattack disrupts European airports
U.K. authorities arrested a man in his 40s in West Sussex on suspicion of computer‑misuse offenses after a cyberattack disrupted check‑in and baggage‑handling systems at several European airports — including Berlin, Brussels and London Heathrow — beginning late Friday and continuing through the weekend. The affected software belongs to Collins Aerospace, a U.S.-based provider, which said certain European sites experienced a 'cyber‑related disruption'; the suspect was released on conditional bail as the NCA investigation continues.
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U.K. police arrest suspect over alleged cyberattack impacting airports
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- The U.K.'s National Crime Agency arrested a man in his 40s in West Sussex on suspicion of offenses involving the misuse of computers and released him on conditional bail.
- Airports affected included Berlin (BER), Brussels and London Heathrow; BER warned check-in and boarding remained largely manual and further disruptions were possible.
- The incident involved Collins Aerospace software used for check-in, boarding passes and baggage dispatch; Collins confirmed a 'cyber-related disruption' at select European airports.