Emergency alerts hacking 'designed to undermine trust in government', expert says
Summary
Cyber attacks hit emergency alert systems in Russia and Ukraine overnight, broadcasting fake warnings of possible nuclear strikes. The systems have been brought back under control, but the perpetrators and other details remain unknown. Security expert Melanie Garson said such attacks can weaken public trust in governments’ ability to provide reliable information.Key Facts
- Emergency alert systems in Russia and Ukraine were hit by cyber attacks overnight.
- The attacks broadcast fake warnings of possible nuclear strikes to users in both countries.
- Authorities brought the affected systems back under control.
- The article says it remains unclear who carried out the attacks.
- Melanie Garson is an associate professor of international security at University College London.
- Garson said the attacks are designed to undermine faith in governments’ ability to provide trustworthy information.
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