China-linked hackers attacked South Africa’s air traffic control system

• Malware associated with the early stages of ransomware attacks was detected in South Africa's air traffic control system.
• The company manages 10% of the world's airspace and employs over 1,100 staff across 21 locations where aircraft take off and land in South Africa.
• ATNS wants to appoint a service provider to conduct a forensic assessment of alleged insider exfiltration at Mahikeng Airport.