The ever-evolving cyberthreat to planes


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  • Thursday, 18 Jun 2015

UNLIKELY BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE: Most experts agree hacking a plane would be a near-impossible feat, but some professional hackers have claimed airline computer systems are riddled with weaknesses that could allow someone to break in, perhaps even through the in-flight entertainment system.

PARIS: Hackers and cyber-terrorists present an ever-evolving threat to airlines, with experts constantly testing for new vulnerabilities – including the fear that drones could be used to throw a plane off course. 

Most agree hacking a plane would be a near-impossible feat, but some professional hackers have claimed airline computer systems are riddled with weaknesses that could allow someone to break in, perhaps even through the in-flight entertainment system. 

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