Viasat Still Fending Off Cyberattacks On KA-SAT Satellite Network

Garrett Reim Brian Everstine May 19, 2022
Viasat KA-SAT satellite
The attack on the KA-SAT network coincided with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Credit: Astrium
Viasat has been hesitant to share the finer details of the alleged Russian cyberattack on its KA-SAT internet service in Europe that started on Feb. 24, the day Russia invaded Ukraine. There is a reason for that. Industry seeks way to share cyberattack information Company says Russian tactics are...
Garrett Reim

Based in the Seattle area, Garrett covers the space sector and advanced technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense, including space startups, advanced air mobility and artificial intelligence.

Brian Everstine

Brian Everstine is the Pentagon Editor for Aviation Week, based in Washington, D.C. Before joining Aviation Week in August 2021, he covered the Pentagon for Air Force Magazine. Brian began covering defense aviation in 2011 as a reporter for Military Times.

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