Ukraine’s Air-Raid Alert App Hacked Amid False Radiation and Chemical Attack Warnings

The official air-raid alert application in Ukraine was reportedly hacked on Sunday. False warnings of a ‘radiation hazard’ and ‘chemical attack alert’ were issued for Kyiv, urging residents to stay indoors.

These false alerts caused concern among the population as the app displayed Kyiv and other regions under nuclear threat status. Reports also emerged of non-existent missile attacks and street fighting.

To further spread panic, loudspeakers in the streets broadcasted messages advising people to take precautions. However, the Ukrainian Air Force confirmed that the app was hacked, assuring there was no radiation threat and urging the public to remain calm.

The air alert app appears to have been subjected to enemy influence. There is no radiation threat! Stay calm and follow our updates.

Cybersecurity agencies suggest Russian Intelligence-linked cyber actors were behind this breach. The FBI and CISA highlighted ongoing threats to commercial messaging apps in a recent public service announcement.

Ukraine’s Center for Strategic Communications pinpointed Russia as responsible, although no groups have taken responsibility officially.

In a related incident, Russia’s Emergencies Ministry reported a cyberattack on its mobile application. This attack allowed false information distribution to the public, according to a statement on their Telegram channel.

Attention! The mobile application of the Ministry of Emergencies of Russia has been subjected to a massive cyberattack, enabling attackers to send false information to the public.

Both countries are grappling with cyber threats disrupting communication and public safety measures.