Airline modernisation raises new cybersecurity risks

Significance

Older aircraft will be replaced with newer, more fuel-efficient models. These modern aircraft also have increased connectivity, which inevitably increases cybersecurity risks.

Impacts

• US and EU regulators will tighten rules on aircraft system designs and processes to maintain security.
• Proactive security research will become important in keeping connected aircraft safe through penetration testing.
• Airframe manufacturers and aerospace systems developers face increased requirements on secure designs.