Ukraine says air alert system hacked after false radiation warning in Kyiv

Ukraine’s official air-raid alert app issued false warnings of radiation hazards and chemical attacks in Kyiv, causing public concern. The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the app was likely hacked by an adversary and stated there was no radiation threat. Separately, Russia’s Emergencies Ministry also reported a massive cyberattack on its mobile application, allowing attackers to disseminate false information.

• Ukraine’s official air-raid alert app sent false emergency alerts warning of a radiation hazard and a chemical attack in Kyiv.
• The app also issued fake warnings about Russia’s hypersonic Oreshnik missile and alleged street fighting.
• Ukraine’s Air Force stated that the air alert app was hacked and there was no radiation threat.
• Ukraine’s Center for Strategic Communications blamed Russia for the incident.
• Russia’s Emergencies Ministry reported its mobile application was subjected to a massive cyberattack, enabling attackers to send false information.