hiveleak attacks Bohlke International Airways
Incident Date:
January 25, 2022
Overview
Title
hiveleak attacks Bohlke International Airways
Victim
Bohlke International Airways
Attacker
Hiveleak
Location
First Reported
January 25, 2022
Bohlke International Aviation Suffers Ransomware Attack
Bohlke International Aviation, a premier full-service Fixed Base Operator (FBO) located in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, recently fell victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the group known as HiveLeak. Established in 1959, the company boasts one of the most extensive charter jet fleets in the Caribbean, offering private jet services across the Caribbean, the United States, Central & South America, and globally.
The family-owned enterprise, now under the leadership of a third-generation pilot, employs a 60-person team. Bohlke International Aviation's offerings are diverse, encompassing aircraft management, drone data collection, and acting as a pivotal aviation partner for medical evacuation flights.
This incident marks yet another cybersecurity breach within the airline industry, following a notable attack on SpiceJet, an Indian airline, in 2022. That attack led to significant flight delays and cancellations, stranding numerous passengers.
Ransomware attacks pose severe threats to businesses, potentially leading to data loss, operational disruptions, and reputational damage. To counteract these risks, it is imperative for companies to implement cybersecurity best practices. These include regular software updates, the use of robust passwords, the activation of multi-factor authentication, the deactivation of unnecessary remote access ports, continuous log monitoring, auditing of user accounts with administrative privileges, and the secure backup of critical data.
As of now, Bohlke International Aviation has not publicly commented on the ransomware attack or disclosed any steps taken to address its consequences. While the company's website remains accessible, the full extent of the attack's impact on their operations remains uncertain.
Sources
- Bohlke International Aviation
- Bitdefender: Airline passengers left stranded after ransomware attack
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