Fake nuclear-strike alerts hit Russia and Ukraine emergency systems
The origin of the intrusions and the precise technical path used to insert the false nuclear warnings were not established in the available accounts.
Pierre-Louis Crescitz
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Key facts
Emergency alert systems in Russia and Ukraine were hit in cyberattacks overnight, with fake warnings of possible nuclear strikes broadcast to users…
The origin of the intrusions and the precise technical path used to insert the false nuclear warnings were not established in the available accounts.
The systems have since been brought back under control. Much remains unclear about the attacks, including who was responsible.
Emergency alert systems in Russia and Ukraine were hit in cyberattacks overnight, with fake warnings of possible nuclear strikes broadcast to users in both countries.
The origin of the intrusions and the precise technical path used to insert the false nuclear warnings were not established in the available accounts.
The systems have since been brought back under control. Much remains unclear about the attacks, including who was responsible.
An expert said attacks of this kind are designed to undermine faith in the government's ability to provide trust.