Pro-Hamas Messages Disrupt Airports in Kelowna and Victoria
On Tuesday, October 14, flights at Kelowna International Airport (YLW) and Victoria International Airport (YYJ) were delayed due to a cyber security incident.
The incident occurred between 5 p.m. and involved the hacking of public address systems and screens, displaying pro-Hamas messages.
"Free Palestine" and cursing out U.S.
The airport team successfully removed the unauthorized messaging and restored flight information display screens, with work ongoing to restore the PA system.
According to the City of Kelowna, the incident was limited to a cloud-based third-party software provider.
Author's summary: Airports in Kelowna and Victoria face cyber attack.
- Kelowna International Airport (YLW) affected
- Victoria International Airport (YYJ) affected
- Cyber security incident limited to third-party software