Ukraine air raid app apparently hacked as users receive false radiation threat, Air Force says
Authorities say there is no threat and have advised the public to stay calm and follow official channels for information.
Ukraine's air raid alert application was reportedly hacked on Sunday, causing the app to falsely warn users of radiation, chemical, and street fighting threats in the capital Kyiv. The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the app had been subjected to hostile interference, denying any actual radiation hazard. The Ukrainian Central Intelligence Agency urged people to seek alternative information sources and to remain calm.
The issue was swiftly addressed, with subsequent all clear messages sent to app users. The governor of Vinnytsia oblast warned against clicking on links within the compromised app. The Air Alert app, operated by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, promptly notifies users about defense alerts as they occur.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
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- Ukraine's air force says its air raid alert system suffers 'hostile interference' lemonde.fr
- Ukraine air raid app apparently hacked as users receive false radiation threat, Air Force says bbc.co.uk
