Russia Ukraine emergency alert apps hit by fake nuclear strike messages
Original title: Nuclear threats and street brawls: Russia, Ukraine report attacks on their emergency alert apps
Fake nuclear and drone warnings were sent via compromised apps in both countries after a ceasefire in Kherson.
Within minutes of a ceasefire lifting in Kherson, Ukraine’s citizens were pummelled with threatening notifications. Cyberattacks on both Russia’s and Ukraine’s emergency alert apps resulted in fake messages about missile and nuclear strikes broadcast to the public. Officials from both countries confirmed the attacks, which occurred at similar times on Sunday evening. Ukraine’s Air Alert app was hit first, followed by Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations app, which issued updates that the apps were restored to normal operation after patching.
Unconfirmed: Exact methods of the cyberattack are not detailed.
- Ukraine's Air Alert app was compromised first, sending fake warnings about street fights and radiation.
- Russia's app was abused with fake nuclear strike alerts referencing 'Oreshnik' and 'P1-Sun'.
- Ceasefire in Kherson ended at same time as attacks began.
- Citizens should check official sources like sirens and TV instead of apps.
Impact: Fake emergency alerts broadcast to public via compromised apps.
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine Air Alert app | — | normal operation |
| Russia Ministry of Emergency Situations app | — | normal operation |
- 1.Check official sources like sirens and TV instead of apps.
- 2.Enable iOS and Android emergency alerts.
- 3.Follow government social media.
From the original article
2 min read at theregister.comWithin minutes of a ceasefire lifting in Kherson, Ukraine’s citizens were pummelled with threatening notifications
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