Musk Affirms That X Sustained Significant Cyber Assault
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, has claimed that the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, is currently undergoing a massive cyberattack. The allegations were made on the platform itself, which has been experiencing sporadic functionality.
The attack on X bears indicators of nation-state aggression, according to Chad Cragle, a cybersecurity expert from the platform Deepwatch. Cragle described the situation as "cyberwar hitting at full force." However, the US officials have not yet determined who was behind the apparent cyberattack on X.
The computers used in the attack appeared to have digital addresses in the Ukraine area, according to Musk. This information, along with the mention of "Rapper Bot" in the context of similar attacks, suggests that botnets could be involved. Rapper Bot is associated with a large-scale extortion campaign, and its involvement in attacks on other platforms indicates the potential for similar threats against major social media sites.
The investigation into Rapper Bot involves multiple cyberattacks, including those targeting the Pentagon, highlighting the complexity and reach of these cyber threats. It's important to note that while the exact perpetrators of the cyberattack on X have not been confirmed, the potential involvement of Rapper Bot is a cause for concern.
Since Musk's acquisition of X in 2022, the platform has faced several technical issues, including multiple outages in 2025. These outages have been attributed to various factors, including cyberattacks and infrastructure problems. X is still trying to figure out exactly what happened during the cyberattack.
The text does not provide information about the nature of X or its connection to Elon Musk or Tesla beyond Musk's previous statements. Reports of problems with X started early on Monday, with users in Asia, Europe, and North America reporting inability to access the platform.
Recent protests have targeted the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which Musk leads. Additionally, there have been incidents of vandalism at Tesla facilities, but the text does not provide information about visa delays or any other related issues.
The Downdetector tracking site has documented these problems, providing evidence of the widespread impact of the cyberattack on X. As the investigation continues, it's crucial for X to prioritise the security of its users' data and the platform's infrastructure to regain trust and ensure the continuity of its services.
[1] [Source for infrastructure problems] [2] [Source for previous outages] [3] [Source for Rapper Bot involvement in cyberattacks] [4] [Source for Rapper Bot involvement in attacks on large U.S. social media company]
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