TSA issues emergency cybersecurity orders for airports and aircraft operators

The Transportation Security Administration handed down new emergency cybersecurity protocols for airports and aircraft operators that require them to have pre-approved implementation plans for increased security measures. The TSA said it was issuing the cybersecurity amendments “because of persistent cybersecurity threats against U.S. critical infrastructure, including the aviation sector” but did not respond to requests

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