Russian authorities have officially launched a criminal investigation following a recent cyberattack targeting Aeroflot, the country’s flagship airline. The incident, which disrupted digital operations and compromised sensitive data, has raised alarms over the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure in the aviation sector. Investigators are examining potential breaches involving ransomware and unauthorized access to internal systems, with efforts underway to identify and apprehend those responsible.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs emphasized the growing threat of cybercrime against major national enterprises and outlined key focus areas for the investigation:

  • Tracing the origin of the malware used in the breach
  • Assessing the extent of data exposure and operational impact
  • Collaborating with cybersecurity experts to strengthen defenses
  • Enhancing national protocols against similar future attacks