Airlines
Cyber turbulence ahead as airlines strap in for a security crisis – Help Net Security
Aircraft systems are getting more connected and ground operations increasingly integrated, and attackers are taking notice. They’re shifting from minor disruptions to targeting critical systems with serious intent. Any time an aircraft transmits data, whether it’s flight position updates or maintenance alerts, it is vulnerable to interception by third parties. In several recent cases, cyber…
FBI Warns of Scattered Spider’s Expanding Attacks on Airlines Using Social Engineering
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has revealed that it has observed the notorious cybercrime group Scattered Spider broadening its targeting footprint to strike the airline sector. To that end, the agency said it’s actively working with aviation and industry partners to combat the activity and help victims. “These actors rely on social engineering…
How Airlines Leverage UX (and Dark Patterns) to Monetize Seat Selection | Web Designer Depot
In the world of advanced UX strategy, few industries demonstrate the power of persuasive (and often problematic) design better than the airline industry. Airlines have transformed what was once a basic feature—seat selection—into a $12.4 billion revenue stream, all by reimagining the booking experience with deliberate, revenue-first design decisions. This isn’t just about clever marketing….