Summary: The Moscow subway system faced service disruptions on Monday, which may be linked to a cyberattack, as suggested by a message displayed on its website that mimicked a prior incident with Ukraine’s railway operator. While the transport department cited technical maintenance as the cause, passengers struggled to recharge their subway cards and experienced app malfunctions. Authorities are investigating the matter, but no official confirmation of a cyberattack has been issued yet.
Affected: Moscow Subway System
Keypoints :
- Subway website displayed a message from Ukraine’s railway operator, indicating a potential cyberattack.
- No confirmation of a cyberattack from officials, despite disruptions reported in service.
- Passengers unable to recharge cards remotely; authorities advised that ticket offices remain operational.
Source: https://therecord.media/moscow-subway-system-disruption-ukraine-hack-message