A computer hacker utilised a phone app to sneak his way into an airport business lounger. According to Telegraph the individual used his expertise to fake a boarding pass ticket on his phone.
Luckily this didn’t mean that there were any security threats at the airport in Istanbul but instead just a cheeky attempt at free refreshments. The ticket was created within seconds and he took to the Internet to showcase exactly how easy it was. With it not taking long, the security in place still believed that he was in possession of a rightful pass.
The hacker is yet to try the attempt outside of Europe and is unsure whether the same technique would work in other places.
What This Means to Airports and the Boarding Pass?
The business lounge services will have to rethink their ticketing system with their current passes and tickets being easily hackable. Anybody can change the details and find a way into these comfortable domains.
What Is A Business Lounge?
Many working travellers use these lounges as a way to take a breather in between flights. Jetting across the world on business can be thirsty work and that’s why many of the lounges offer free drinks or a glass of champagne. It offers a place where passengers can relax, connect to free Wi-Fi and wait for their next journey. You no longer have to sit on hard chairs amongst the chaos, instead it is a way to enjoy some time away from the main seating arrangements. There are a bundle of add-on services and extras available at airports all you need to do is book in advance. Use the Internet to find ways to make your trip bearable with comfortable stop-offs and an abundance of refreshments.
Airport Parking
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