Hackers send fake nuclear and air raid alerts through Ukrainian and Russian emergency apps
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Hackers reportedly broke into emergency alert apps in Ukraine and Russia on Sunday night and sent fake warnings, including claims of a nuclear attack. Ukraine said there was no radiation threat, urged people to stay calm and told them to follow official updates. Neither side's claims have been independently confirmed.
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What to do
- Turn on smartphone notifications and pay attention to sirens during alerts.
- Read only official sources for information when an alert app is not working.
- Do not click links in alert messages, as they could be phishing.
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