Cyber Threats in Aviation: Understand the Real Risks – Download Our Exclusive Intelligence Report

Why are cyberattacks on the aviation sector rising sharply? Who is behind these threats? And most importantly—how can you prepare?

In today’s world, aviation is no longer just a driver of economic growth. It has become a symbol of geopolitical power. This makes cybersecurity a mission-critical issue. Airlines, airports, air traffic controllers, technology integrators—every link in the chain is now a potential target. The digital sky has become a silent battlefield.

Thales has released an exclusive Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) report dedicated to the aviation industry, compiled by our global CTI team. It provides a technical deep dive into current and emerging threats in 2024 and early 2025, putting them in their full geopolitical, operational, and technical context.

A Sector Under Pressure, in the Heart of Global Tensions

Aviation is a strategic industry, deeply interconnected on a global scale and heavily reliant on digital infrastructure. It’s no surprise it has become a prime target for cyber threat actors. State-sponsored groups from Russia, Iran, China, and North Korea are increasing campaigns focused on reconnaissance, disruption, and intellectual property theft. These are compounded by hacktivism and organized cybercrime, especially targeting supply chains, booking systems, and internal communications.

Recent events confirm a surge in cyberattacks across aviation infrastructures in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The report features detailed case studies, including a Business Email Compromise (BEC) incident targeting an EMEA-based aviation company and a large-scale phishing campaign led by the group ATK300.

Download the Full Report: Get Clear, Strategic, and Actionable Insights

Our “Securing the Skies: Cyber Threat Intelligence for the Aviation Ecosystem” report goes beyond generic warnings. It provides:

• A forward-looking threat analysis

• Concrete examples of real-world attacks

• A deep dive into attacker TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures)

• Operational recommendations tailored to aviation stakeholders

Whether you're a CISO, CIO, regulator, operator, or aviation systems integrator—this report is made for you.

Don’t settle for headlines—download the full report to access the intelligence you need to act.

Why Is Aviation a Prime Target?

Because its operational complexity creates blind spots. Because it handles highly sensitive data—from passenger identities and geolocation to proprietary technologies and predictive maintenance systems. Because operational disruptions in aviation can have immediate economic and human consequences. And increasingly, because cyberattacks are being weaponized in global conflicts.

The report details these risks with concrete examples, including recent attacks and a clear threat landscape mapping of the most active groups today.

A Systemic Approach to Aviation Cybersecurity

Thales holds a unique position at the crossroads of aerospace and cybersecurity. With over 8,000 aerospace experts and 6,000 cybersecurity professionals worldwide (including 3 CERTs, 9 SOCs, and operations in 30+ countries), we blend technical depth with business understanding.

Our CTI teams work closely with operators, regulators, international cybersecurity bodies, and tech partners. This report reflects that collaborative intelligence, offering targeted and realistic recommendations for all aviation stakeholders.

Securing the Skies Is a Shared Responsibility

No one can protect the skies alone. Every actor—airlines, airports, IT providers, regulators—must contribute to building a resilient aviation ecosystem. Our CTI report is designed to support this effort, giving you a complete, updated, and actionable overview of current and future threats.

Download “Securing the Skies” now and join the community of proactive aviation defenders.

Protecting aviation means protecting global mobility, freedom, and connectivity.