Cyber Security Headlines European airport cyberattack, SMS celltower scam, GPT4-powered ransomware
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Sep 22, 2025 A recent cyberattack disrupted operations at major European airports, affecting check-in and baggage systems. Meanwhile, scammers are exploiting mobile fake cell towers for SMS schemes. Excitingly, new research reveals how GPT-4 is powering malware like MalTerminal, paving the way for advanced ransomware tactics. The episode also highlights vulnerabilities in systems like GoAnywhere MFT and the lessons learned from previous cyber incidents, emphasizing the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats.
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Shared Check-In Platform Creates Single Point Of Failure
- A cyberattack knocked out Muse check-in and baggage systems at major European airports, forcing pen-and-paper operations and flight cancellations.
- Centralized shared platforms like Muse create a single point of failure across multiple airlines and airports.
Mobile Fake Towers Amplify SMS Fraud
- Scammers use portable SMS blasters that masquerade as cell towers and push malicious links to nearby phones.
- Carriers claim they cannot prevent these mobile fake towers from forcing phones to connect and receive spoofed messages.
LLMs Embedded In Malware Produce Dynamic Threats
- Researchers discovered MalTerminal, malware that calls GPT‑4 to generate ransomware or a reverse shell on demand.
- Embedding LLMs into malware creates dynamic, adaptable threats though MalTerminal hasn't been observed in the wild yet.