Cybercom didn’t tell troops to disable location services or uninstall apps, military officials say, after viral message spread amid Iran operation

U.S. military officials have debunked a viral message falsely attributed to Cyber Command, which warned service members to disable location services and uninstall certain apps amid ongoing operations against Iran. Defense officials, including from CENTCOM, confirmed Cyber Command did not issue such a directive, and companies like Uber and Snapchat denied their apps were compromised. The fabricated message circulated widely in military circles and social media, highlighting the proliferation of disinformation during sensitive military campaigns. This incident underscores persistent concerns about foreign actors, particularly Iran, using disinformation and cyber tactics to sow confusion and exert psychological pressure. The origin of the false message remains unclear as Operation Epic Fury continues.