Ukrainian news - Justice for Journalists

Affiliated media: Ukrainian news, News agency

Incident date: February 26, 2022

Attack type:

Cyber-, DDoS, and hacker attack on a media outlet

Who attacked: Unknown sources

Location: Ukraine, Kyiv Oblast, Kyiv

Additional information:

The news agency's website was hacked, which resulted in the publication of fake news. Later, the editorial board regained control of the website, removed the fake news, and increased the security of access to the server.

Help Ukrainian Media:

Gofundme campaign (by Jakub Parusinski) or 2402.org (by Zaborona Media) or IFJ/EFJ Safety Fund

Justice for Journalists Foundation is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (registered company no: 13882886) and a registered charity (registered charity no: 1201812). Its registered office address is: 16 Great Queen Street, Covent Garden, London WC2B 5AH.

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