Experts Highlight Increased Cyber Attack Risks in Commercial Flights

As technology in commercial aviation advances, experts see a double-edged sword: With more airline operations being handled in the digital space, the likelihood of damaging cyber attacks also increases. And with artificial intelligence (AI) set to revolutionize the industry, cyber security professionals are urging caution on its rollout. Though AI applications could improve aircraft performance, flight scheduling, and weather prediction models, they also come with potentially devastating setbacks. “AI plays a pivotal role in both creating and mitigating cyber security vulnerabilities,” security expert Chris Cooley told The Epoch Times by text. “On the offensive side, attackers use AI to automate tasks such as scanning for vulnerabilities or launching sophisticated phishing campaigns. For example, AI can help develop malware that evolves to avoid detection, posing a significant threat to aviation systems.”...