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WestJet cyberattack remains unresolved one week in, but operations unaffected
ALBERTA, CANADA, JUN 20 – WestJet continues investigating a cyberattack detected last week with no operational disruptions reported so far, while assessing potential data exposure, officials said.
- WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, reported a cyberattack beginning late last week that remains unresolved as of June 20, 2025.
- The breach occurred just ahead of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, last weekend, although no direct link between the two events has been found.
- Hackers gained access to WestJet’s internal systems, leading to occasional glitches or disruptions on the airline’s website and mobile app, though flight operations remain unaffected.
- WestJet spokesman Josh Yeats said investigations continue with law enforcement, and the company is assessing if sensitive customer data was compromised.
- The incident highlights the growing vulnerability of airlines due to their global reach and troves of personal and financial data, making them attractive targets for cyberattacks.
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The WestJet airline, which was the victim of a cybersecurity incident last week, claims that the problem is still unresolved.
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