June 10, 2025
Belgian Roularta Media Group was hit by a DDoS attack. The attack locked critical IT systems that controlled scheduling, workflow, and production management. Presses could not operate normally until the systems were restored. The disruption affected the timely processing of newspapers and magazines such as Knack and Libelle. The impact is limited however, some Knack readers will receive their magazine a day later.
September 19, 2025
A cyberattack disrupted the MUSE (Multi‑User System Environment) check‑in, boarding and baggage handling software operated by Collins Aerospace — a major aviation systems provider and aerospace subsidiary of RTX Corporation. This incident impacted multiple large airports across Europe. Systems affected were automated electronic check‑in desks; boarding pass printing and baggage drop systems; shared passenger processing kiosks.
London Heathrow Airport (UK) reported long delays and manual operations. Brussels Airport (Belgium) reported cancellations and many delayed flights some days saw airlines cancel ~50 % of scheduled departures. Berlin Brandenburg Airport (Germany) experienced check‑in and boarding disruptions, long wait times. Dublin and Cork Airports (Ireland) experienced moderate to minor impacts on check‑in and boarding. Other European airports with MUSE dependency also reported delays.
February 10, 2025
The Port of Ostend was targeted by a cyberattack. The attack affected its community system, Ensor, which contains ship arrival and departure data. No critical data was compromised, and other systems remain unaffected, with port operations continuing uninterrupted. A team, supported by external experts, is working to restore the system as quickly as possible.
The Port of Ostend is an essential part of the regional economy, and any disruption to its operations could have significant consequences
March 23, 2022
Italian State Railways (FS) and its subsidiaries Trenitalia and Italian Rail Network (RFI) suffered a major ransomware attack on March 23 . The attack severely impacted ticketing systems, passenger information displays, and internal communications.
FS implemented emergency measures, allowing passengers to purchase tickets on trains without penalties. The primary focus was on restoring critical systems and minimizing further disruption to passenger services. Freight transport by rail was temporarily suspended for 24 hours. Reportedly affecting FS, Metrans Rail of Czech Republic, HUPAC of Switzerland and Lineas of Belgium.
Metrans Rail of Czech Republic shutdown their Italian operations for 24 hours the following day. They stated it was temporarily not possible to cross the border at Austria and Slovenia. Marc Jansen, director of operations at carrier Hupac, said trains have been standing still for 24 hours. Arno van Deursen, Country Manager Lineas NL said “Our trains to and from Italy have been standing still for about 15 hours”.
Elements were found on the computer network of Trenitalia and RFI that could be linked to a cryptolocker infection. Italian authorities, including the Postal Police’s National Cybercrime Center (Cnaipic) and the National Cybersecurity Agency (Acn), launched a joint investigation.
January 17, 2024
Rail company NMBS reported problems with their website, app and information screens in the stations yesterday. All services are now once again up and running. The cause of problems with the app and information screens is unclear. The rail company is filing a complaint with the judicial authorities and apologises to passengers.
The company claims that it was the target of a massive cyber attack last night. The attack triggered a decision to close down the website. Station information screens and the rail company app also experienced problems, but NMBS says these difficulties were not linked to the attack.
February 23, 2024
A ransomware attack hit Sprimoglass, one of the largest glass manufacturers in Belgium. As a result production was halted and down for 10 days. All 500 employees were sent home, 350 Employees were able to return to work after 10 days. The company expects to catch up on lost production time and fulfill customer orders. The financial impact is not known at this time. Ransom demanded was not paid.
March 11, 2024
Hackers have penetrated Edpnet’s computer systems. Although the Belgian telecom operator does not report data theft. Hackers were able to penetrate its administrative systems.
Customers have been unable to log into their accounts since Saturday. According to Edpnet, this is caused by technical problems. No impact can be felt on Internet services, the company said. Edpnet provides these internet services as an independent part of Citymesh, a recent player in the Belgian telecom market.
March 18, 2024
The network of Goed pharmacies and home care stores, has been the target of a cyber attack. Hackers managed to steal and encrypt data.
Goed’s home care stores and pharmacies remain open in the meantime, but are experiencing some disruptions. For example, payment with Bancontact is not possible everywhere and there are problems consulting digital prescriptions.
“A restart plan is being worked on to restart our systems step by step and in a controlled manner in the coming hours and days.”
March 27, 2024
Dozens of former Mestdagh supermarkets of Intermarché fell victim to a cyber attack last Sunday. For some stores this led to supply problems.
Cybercriminals targeted the former Mestdagh supermarkets that were taken over by Intermarché on Sunday – and whose IT systems were not yet fully integrated with those of the Musketiers. The attack was mainly aimed at the internal ordering system. The attackers also demanded a ransom , L’Echo reports.
“Not all stores were affected in the same way. The most significant impact of this cyberattack was on internal order flows and in some cases had repercussions on deliveries, causing supply problems. However, there were no leaks of personal data,” said an Intermarché spokesperson. Stores, in Waterloo in particular, reflected supply disruption on the shelves.
Everything should be back to normal by Friday at the latest, says the retailer, who has filed a complaint.
May 24, 2024
The Charleroi production studio Dreamwall was the victim of a computer hack on Wednesday evening, leading to the disruption of several programs on RTBF, with which it collaborates.
Analyses are continuing within RTBF to determine whether a potential “Trojan horse” could have infiltrated its computer system. No date has yet been set for a normal resumption of filming of the impacted programs.
Dreamwall studio has not yet wished to communicate on this subject.