Amid a hacker attack on the 'Air Alarm' app, Ukrainians have begun to mass-subscribe to an enemy Telegram channel. This situation has raised concerns among experts who warn about potential risks to users' personal data.
Call for Caution
The former head of the Center for Counteracting Disinformation Andriy Kovalenko urged Ukrainians to unsubscribe from enemy channels and avoid clicking on suspicious links. According to him, subscribing to such channels and interacting with them may lead to data theft. He stated:
- “If you are subscribed to an enemy Telegram channel or click on unknown links, there is a risk of losing your data.”;
- “Do not click on anything extra.”;
- “Unsubscribe from them and do not click on anything unnecessary.”.
Reasons for the Increase in Subscriptions
The increase in subscriptions to enemy Telegram channels may be linked to the hacker attack that affected the functionality of the 'Air Alarm' app. Users may be seeking alternative sources of information about air alerts, unaware of the risks associated with subscribing to unreliable channels.
Risks to Personal Data
Subscribing to enemy channels and clicking on suspicious links can lead to serious consequences, including:
- Theft of personal data;
- Possibility of fraud;
- Leakage of confidential information.
Experts advise users to be especially cautious and verify information sources to avoid dangerous situations.