Source: The Verge
Summary
X, a website, was reportedly hijacked by hackers who attempted to trick visitors into installing malware. The incident was reported by users on the platform. The Verge reported that the website was compromised, but the extent of the damage is unclear. The hackers’ motives and methods are currently unknown. X has not officially commented on the incident.
Our Reading
The launch follows a familiar script.
X gets hacked, users report malware attempts, and the website’s security is called into question. Because what’s new is old again. The hack sounds like a classic case of “we’re shocked, shocked!” The website’s security was likely breached through a known vulnerability. X is just the latest target in a long line of compromised platforms. “Because ‘new’ security features are just rebranded old ideas.”
Author: Evan Null
