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Cyberattack on Ukrinform Alters Website with Pro-Russian Messages

Cyberattack on Ukrinform Alters Website with Pro-Russian Messages

First seen 11 Nov 2026, 18:45 UTC • •
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ThreatCluster •November 11, 2026 at 18:46 UTC
  • •Ukrinform's website and X account were compromised with pro-Russian content.
  • •The attack is part of a broader trend of cyberattacks against Ukrainian media.
  • •Ukrinform is collaborating with security agencies to investigate and restore services.

On November 11, 2026, Ukraine's state news agency Ukrinform experienced a cyberattack that altered its homepage and X (Twitter) account. The attackers replaced the website's content with the word 'ZELENET', a crossed-out Ukrainian flag image, and a link to a Telegram channel. The X account was similarly renamed and its description modified to include a pro-Russian slogan. The agency's Director General, Serhii Cherevatyi, confirmed the attack and stated that they are collaborating with the Security Service of Ukraine and other agencies to investigate and restore operations. This incident follows a series of cyberattacks targeting Ukrainian media, indicating a trend of increasingly sophisticated methods employed by attackers. Ukrinform has previously upgraded its cybersecurity measures with support from U.S. partners, but the evolving tactics of attackers necessitate ongoing enhancements to their defenses.

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Timeline

2026-11-11
Cyberattack on Ukrinform confirmed
Ukrinform's homepage and X account were altered to display anti-Ukrainian messages and links to a Telegram channel.
Kyivindependent
2026-11-11
Ukrinform issues statement on attack
The agency confirmed the cyberattack and stated it is working with security services to assess and mitigate the impact.
Pravda.Ua

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What specific changes were made to Ukrinform's website?
The homepage displayed the word 'ZELENET', a crossed-out Ukrainian flag, and a link to a Telegram channel.
Who is investigating the cyberattack?
Ukrinform is collaborating with the Security Service of Ukraine and other relevant agencies.
Has this type of attack happened before?
Yes, this incident follows a series of cyberattacks targeting Ukrainian media in recent months.