The cyber risks faced by the aviation industry - ten things to know

Cyber risk is a broad concept that encompasses a range of risks arising out of the use of data and information technology.

Cyber risk is a concept that the aviation industry has been engaging with for some time and the industry is generally perceived to be some distance ahead of others in terms of cyber risk management.

However, recent analysis suggests that cyber risk is a growing threat to the industry, with one recent report suggesting that it is now subject to over 1,000 cyber-attacks per month.

This article provides an overview of the ways in which cyber risk affects the aviation industry and how this risk might best be managed.

1. Cyber risk can expose you to regulatory liability