On July 28, 2025, Aeroflot, Russia's main airline, faced a major operational setback due to a cyber assault claimed by a pro-Ukrainian hacking group. This incident disrupted more than 50 flights, revealing vulnerabilities in Russian infrastructure amid heightened tensions related to the ongoing war.
Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Target Aeroflot in Cyberattack, Disrupting Flights
Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Target Aeroflot in Cyberattack, Disrupting Flights
A significant cyberattack attributed to pro-Ukrainian hackers has led to the cancellation of over 50 Aeroflot flights, raising concerns in Russia amid ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Aeroflot canceled numerous round-trip flights at Sheremetyevo International Airport after reporting failures in its information systems. Russian officials confirmed the cyberattack and initiated a criminal investigation. The Kremlin voiced apprehension over the hacking incident, calling it "worrying," reflecting the growing disturbance in daily life for Russians.
This incident follows a series of disruptive activities by Ukrainian forces and their supporters, aimed at undermining the normalcy Russian citizens have experienced since the war's inception. Analysts note these cyberattacks, including drones targeting Russian airports and public transport systems, appear part of a deliberate strategy to instill fear and disorder, particularly during the busy vacation season.
The hacking group known as Silent Crow claimed responsibility for the Aeroflot attack, working in coordination with Belarusian hackers. They asserted that they had deeply infiltrated Aeroflot’s systems, although Russian authorities stated that customer data remained secure. This attack follows previous operations against various Russian institutions, marking an escalation in digital warfare within the conflict.
This incident follows a series of disruptive activities by Ukrainian forces and their supporters, aimed at undermining the normalcy Russian citizens have experienced since the war's inception. Analysts note these cyberattacks, including drones targeting Russian airports and public transport systems, appear part of a deliberate strategy to instill fear and disorder, particularly during the busy vacation season.
The hacking group known as Silent Crow claimed responsibility for the Aeroflot attack, working in coordination with Belarusian hackers. They asserted that they had deeply infiltrated Aeroflot’s systems, although Russian authorities stated that customer data remained secure. This attack follows previous operations against various Russian institutions, marking an escalation in digital warfare within the conflict.
