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Cyberattack on three UK airports reportedly exposes data of more than 8 million passengers

A cyberattack occurred at three UK airports last weekend, according to la Repubblica. The report says passenger data were stolen and describes the incident as part of an alleged escalation of Russia’s hybrid war against London.

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What is happening

La Repubblica reports that hackers targeted three airports in the United Kingdom and stole data belonging to more than 8 million passengers. It says the attack is the latest in a series of similar intrusions affecting private and public organisations in England.

Why is it on the Radar?

The reported breach involves the personal data of millions of air passengers and is presented by the source as part of a wider pattern of cyber intrusions in the United Kingdom.

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