Disruption on X: Thousands Report Outages Due to Cyberattack
Recent reports indicate that Elon Musk’s social media platform, known as X (formerly Twitter), has been experiencing significant disruptions. Downdetector has tracked over 40,000 outage reports from users in the United States, with similar issues noted across the Atlantic, where more than 10,800 users in the UK reported problems.
The interruptions became noticeable around 6:30 AM ET on Monday. While the platform temporarily resumed functionality by 10:45 AM, many users still experienced issues as of 12:15 PM ET. However, at approximately 2:15 PM ET, some users noted improvements in service.
Response from Elon Musk
In response to the situation, Musk acknowledged via X that the company is investigating the matter. “There was a massive cyberattack on X,” he stated. “We get attacked every day, but this was done with a lot of resources.” This acknowledgment underscores the platform’s ongoing vulnerability to cyber threats.
Where Do Users Turn During Outages?
Typically, users turn to X itself to verify other services’ statuses; however, when X is down, many have been seeking information elsewhere, such as on platforms like Reddit. The irony reflects the growing dependence on social media networks for real-time information.
Geographical Impact
The outage affected major urban centers across the United States, including:
- New York
- Boston
- Los Angeles
This widespread impact indicates the severity of the situation, affecting users in critical and busy metropolitan areas.
Further Developments
This is an evolving story, and X has not issued a formal statement regarding the cause of the outages. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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