European Airports Cyber Attack: ENISA Confirms Third-Party Ransomware

The European aviation sector faced a stark reminder of its digital fragility over the weekend (of September 19- 21, 2025). A “cyber-related” disruption crippled passenger check-in, baggage handling, and boarding systems across several major European airports, including London Heathrow, Brussels, Berlin Brandenburg, Dublin, and Cork. The incident stemmed from a compromise of Collins Aerospace’s MUSE software, a widely used system underpinning critical airport operations.