Ukraine and Russia Say Air Alert Apps Were Hacked
Both Ukraine and Russia say their air raid alert apps were hit by cyber-attacks, according to a BBC explainer by Joe Tidy. The report sets out what is known so far, though the available details are still limited. Both governments have made claims about the attacks, and the full picture is still unclear.
Context
Context: Air raid alert apps warn residents of incoming missile and drone attacks, so a hack can leave people without timely warnings. Ukraine and Russia have been at war since 2022, and cyber-attacks now run alongside the fighting.
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