Kyiv Independent hit by suspected Russian cyberattack

On November 4, the Kyiv Independent experienced a cyberattack that disrupted its website and sent fake emails to readers. The attack, linked to Russian operations, involved unauthorized access to the website's content management system and newsletter services. Editor-in-chief Olga Rudenko emphasized the seriousness of the incident, marking it as the first of its kind for the outlet. The hackers disseminated false claims about Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin, including a fabricated nuclear threat. The attack follows a similar incident involving Ukraine's air raid alert app, which was also hacked. Despite the disruption, the Kyiv Independent reassured that donor information remains secure and expressed gratitude for the support received from its audience.