Protecting Airlines from Cyberattacks: Lessons from the Japan Airlines Incident
Overview of the Japan Airlines Cyberattack In December 2024, Japan Airlines (JAL) fell victim to a cyberattack that severely disrupted its network operations, causing delays in over 20 domestic flights. The attack, described as a massive data transmission assault, overwhelmed the airline’s IT infrastructure. While no customer data breaches were reported, the incident exposed vulnerabilities