Ukraine and Russia emergency alert apps hit by cyberattacks
Authorities in Ukraine and Russia confirmed late Sunday that hackers targeted their mobile emergency warning applications.
Fake alerts sent to residents
Hackers gained access to the mobile app used by Russia's Emergency Ministry to send false warnings. In Ukraine, users received messages claiming a high nuclear radiation danger existed in the capital city of Kyiv. Officials stated that these attacks targeted core communication channels between government authorities and the general public.
Impact remains unclear for now
Residents described receiving alarming messages on their phones even though the full impact of the hack is still being assessed. It is not yet known exactly how many people were deceived or believed the false warnings during the incident.
Both nations report the breach
Government representatives in both countries said their emergency alert systems were hit by cyberattacks late on Sunday. The attacks occurred while geopolitical tensions remain high between the two neighboring states.
2 outlets, different leads
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The Guardian
Ukraine and Russia say emergency air-raid warning systems hit by cyber-hacks – Europe live
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France 24
Ukraine and Russia both hit by cyberattacks on emergency apps
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