JAL has issued a travel advisory urging passengers to regularly check for updates and prepare for possible delays.

Japan Airlines JAL Cyberattack Latest News Today, Flights Disrupted, Ticket Sales Halted: Japan Airlines (JAL), the nation's second-largest airline, faced a significant cyberattack early this morning, causing widespread disruption to its operations. The breach, which began at 7:24 AM local time, targeted the airline's internal and external network systems, prompting a halt in ticket sales and delays to both domestic and international flights.

"Today, from 7:24 AM, we have been under cyberattack on our internal and external network devices," JAL confirmed in an official statement.

The attack has left passengers stranded and operations in disarray, with JAL advising travelers to stay updated on the situation and to allow extra time at airports. As of now, the airline has not provided details about potential flight cancellations or delays, though disruptions appear likely.

JAL Issues Advisory for Passengers

In response to the cyberattack, JAL has issued a travel advisory urging passengers to regularly check for updates and prepare for possible delays. The airline has also emphasized the importance of allowing additional time at airports to mitigate the impact of the ongoing disruptions.

While addressing the press, a JAL spokesperson refrained from providing specifics about the scale of the attack or the timeline for resolution, stating, "Efforts are underway to assess the full extent of the breach and restore operations."

A Rising Wave of Cyberattacks on Japanese Infrastructure

The cyberattack on JAL is the latest in a series of incidents targeting critical Japanese infrastructure. In 2022, a similar attack disrupted operations at a key Toyota supplier, forcing a day-long shutdown of the automaker's domestic production lines.

More recently, in June 2023, the popular Japanese video-sharing platform Niconico suffered a large-scale cyberattack, leading to service suspension.

These repeated breaches underscore the growing threat of cyberattacks against Japan’s critical industries, raising concerns over the country's preparedness to safeguard essential infrastructure.

Global Implications of Cyber Threats

The incident at JAL mirrors a comparable attack earlier this year at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), where an internet outage caused operational disruptions. Such cases underline the escalating risk to global infrastructure posed by sophisticated cyber threats.

As JAL works to restore its systems, the breach is a stark reminder of the need for heightened cybersecurity measures across industries worldwide. Travelers are advised to monitor updates closely as the airline navigates this challenging situation.

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