The recent surge in high-profile Twitter account hacking incidents has raised serious concerns about the security protocols of the platform, which was formerly known as Twitter. The breach of accounts belonging to Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin and Donald Trump Jr. has highlighted the vulnerability of Twitter users, of which there are currently over 368 million.
These incidents are not isolated cases. In fact, there have been several Twitter account hacking incidents in the past, including the recent breach of Donald Trump Jr.’s account. This breach led to the dissemination of false information, causing widespread speculation about a potential security breach.
Twitter, now owned by Elon Musk, has faced a series of cyber attacks, downtime, and other technical issues. Vitalik Buterin, the victim of a Twitter account hacking incident, had cryptocurrency valued at over $800,000 stolen from his account. The hacker sent out a deceptive tweet to Buterin’s followers, directing them to a fraudulent site where their crypto funds were stolen.
The suspicious activity on Buterin’s account was first noticed by his father, who advised followers to disregard the fraudulent tweet and assured them that Vitalik was working to regain control of his account. Many users realized the malicious nature of the link and refrained from engaging with it.
The method by which the hackers gained access to Buterin’s account is still under investigation, with possibilities ranging from SIM swapping to the involvement of an insider at Twitter. Fortunately, Buterin’s account was restored within hours of the fraudulent tweet being posted. However, calls for him to reimburse the victims have gone unanswered.
Other high-profile individuals have also fallen victim to Twitter account hacking. Actress and model Cara Delevingne expressed her disappointment with Twitter’s response to her hacked account and vowed to delete her Twitter account. Bollywood actor Govinda also reported a hacking incident, claiming that a tweet posted from his account condemning violence in Haryana was not his own. He believes his account was compromised and intends to raise the matter with the Cyber Crime Police.
The Cyber Express reached out to Twitter for comment on these hacking incidents but has not received an official statement or response. The company’s auto-reply function also appeared to be malfunctioning, as an auto-reply stating “Busy now, please check back later” was received by The Cyber Express. This lack of response raises concerns about Twitter’s commitment to addressing these security issues.
It is worth noting that Elon Musk, the current owner of Twitter, had previously announced that the company would automatically reply to journalists’ inquiries with a single poop emoji. This unconventional approach to customer service raises questions about Twitter’s seriousness in tackling the issue of account hacking.
In conclusion, the recent surge in high-profile Twitter account hacking incidents highlights the vulnerability of Twitter users and raises concerns about the security protocols of the platform. Users must remain vigilant and cautious while using the platform to protect their accounts and personal information. Twitter needs to address these security issues promptly and effectively to restore trust in its platform.