Tech mogul Elon Musk has alleged that his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), is under a “massive cyberattack,” with initial evidence pointing to IP addresses linked to the Ukraine region.
During a Monday interview with Fox Business’ Larry Kudlow, Musk stated, “We’re still investigating the specifics, but a significant cyberattack targeted the platform’s infrastructure, with origins traced to Ukraine.” He emphasized that the attack remains ongoing, though details about its scope or motivations remain unclear.
Earlier the same day, Musk shared updates about the incident on X, writing, “A large-scale cyberattack against X is underway—this is a serious threat to the platform’s stability.” The billionaire, who also leads the Trump administration’s newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), did not specify whether the attack was connected to his broader government role.
The remarks come amid heightened scrutiny of X’s security protocols under Musk’s leadership. While no group has claimed responsibility, Musk’s public attribution to Ukrainian-linked IP addresses has sparked debate over potential geopolitical implications. The platform has faced repeated technical challenges since Musk’s takeover in 2022, though this marks one of the first instances of a cyberattack being publicly attributed to a specific region during his tenure.
As of now, X remains operational, but the situation underscores growing concerns about cybersecurity risks for major social media networks.