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Cyberattack on three British airports demands ransom

Hackers, known to the authorities, have requested a ransom following the cyber attack.

28 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A cyberattack has struck three airports in the United Kingdom, with criminals demanding a ransom. According to media reports, the group responsible is already known to the relevant authorities.

During the incident, millions of data items were stolen, including email addresses, phone numbers, and license plates. The company managing the affected airports, which include Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands, has reportedly chosen not to pay the ransom, as reported by Rai News.

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