WestJet says it is dealing with ‘cybersecurity incident’ / City News / Toronto
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The Calgary-based airline is grappling with a reported cybersecurity incident that has compromised access to internal systems and its employee app, raising questions about data security protocols. WestJet has alerted staff and customers while investigations continue behind the scenes to assess the breach’s scope and prevent similar future disruptions, with authorities monitoring the situation closely.
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