In an unprecedented cyberattack, the cybersecurity of Beirut International Airport faced a hostile breach by a group identifying as Jund al-Rab.
The attack targeted the departure and arrival screens in the airport halls, bearing messages directed at Hezbollah. The text, signed by “Lord and the People,” called for the airport to be freed from the state’s control.
Concurrently, a technical malfunction in the baggage inspection system caused temporary confusion, prompting the use of police dogs to ensure security.
Security services at the airport swiftly responded to the breach, emphasizing that the attack only affected the separate network of departure and arrival screens, not the broader information work networks, according to Al-Manar sources.
While the cyber incident disrupted the baggage system, known as BHS, manual handling and technical repairs allowed the airport to continue operating normally, with scheduled flights remaining on track.
Despite the disruption caused by the cyber-attack, MEA did not issue a statement, and operations continued with ongoing efforts to address malfunctions.
Minister of Public Works and Transport in the caretaker government, Ali Hamieh, assured the public that relevant authorities are actively working to restore normalcy.
In a televised interview, Minister Hamieh conveyed that security services are diligently investigating the cause of the breach while simultaneously implementing measures to minimize the impact and address any damages incurred at the airport.
“The government is committed to resolving the cybersecurity issue and ensuring the smooth functioning of Beirut Airport,” he said.
The cyberattack, occurring at the end of the holiday period, aimed to disturb the airport’s atmosphere and passengers, possibly in favor of the Zionist aggression.
Source: Al-Manar English Website
