Article 64JN2 Cyberattacks force over a dozen US airport websites offline

Cyberattacks force over a dozen US airport websites offline

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Gloria Oladipo in New York
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Russian-speaking hackers claim responsibility that targeted about 14 public-facing websites, including LaGuardia and O'Hare airports

Websites for more than a dozen US airports were temporarily brought offline by cyberattacks on Monday morning, with Russian-speaking hackers claiming responsibility for the disruption.

About 14 public-facing websites for a number of sizable airports, including LaGuardia airport in New York City, were targeted and inaccessible to the public. Most have since been brought back online.

Additional reporting by Kari Paul

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