Swissport Ransomware Attack Delays Flights, Disturbs Operations

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Swissport International, a supplier of aviation services, was struck by a ransomware attack that disrupted its operations. 

Swissport International Ltd. is an aviation services firm controlled by an international group of investors that provides airport ground, lounge hospitality, and cargo handling services. On behalf of 850 aviation clients, the corporation manages over 282 million passengers and 4.8 million tonnes of cargo each year. Swissport employs over 66,000 people at 307 locations across 50 countries and has combined operating revenue of EUR 2.8 billion. 

Swissport International was the victim of a ransomware assault that disrupted company operations and prompted aircraft delays. As per the German website Spiegel, the ransomware attack only affected a minor section of the corporation’s global IT infrastructure, and a company spokesperson verified that the security breach occurred at 6 a.m. on Thursday. 

The attack has been substantially contained, according to the company, which is attempting to rectify the situation as swiftly as possible. 

A spokeswoman for Zurich Airport added, “Due to system problems at our airport partner Swissport, 22 flights were delayed by 3 to 20 minutes yesterday.”