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Ukraine, Russia Hit by Hacks Sending Fake Nuclear Attack Alerts

Ukraine and Russia said emergency alert apps were hacked after warnings of radiation, chemical attacks and nuclear strikes reached users.

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Ukraine, Russia Hit by Hacks Sending Fake Nuclear Attack Alerts

Emergency alert apps in Ukraine and Russia were hit by apparent cyberattacks Sunday, sending false warnings of air raids, radiation, chemical threats and nuclear strikes. Ukrainian authorities said 122 fake alerts were issued nationally within seven minutes, then urged residents to rely on official sources. Russia’s Emergencies Ministry also reported a “massive” attack that spread false information, but said its wider public warning system remained unaffected. It remains unclear who carried out either incident or whether the attacks were linked

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