Hackers are able to steal the personal data of those passengers who check in for flights via the Internet. This was stated by the publication. The Sun, which refers to experts in the field of Internet security.
It is reported that personal information of passengers may fall into the hands of attackers during online check-in for a flight. Certain airlines use unencrypted links with credentials that are easily intercepted by hackers. All you need is to be on the same wireless network. Wi—Fi. Experts discovered this vulnerability in December last year. What can an attacker do? For example, change your reservation without any warning. Therefore, experts recommend that airlines use an encryption system for online passenger registration.
