On March 10, 2025, X, formerly known as Twitter, encountered a significant service interruption, leaving users across the globe unable to access the platform. Although the issue was temporarily resolved within an hour, intermittent outages persisted, causing further frustration among users. Elon Musk has since confirmed that the disruptions were linked to a cyberattack.
This article delves into the events surrounding the outage and examines its repercussions for X and its users.
On that fateful day, X’s servers faced a worldwide crash, leading to widespread speculation among users about the potential causes. Many recalled recent similar incidents, such as outages affecting Sony’s PlayStation Network and Meta, raising alarms about the possibility of coordinated cyberattacks.
Who Is Behind the Attack?
The cyberattack was reportedly claimed by a group known as the Dark Storm Team, who announced their involvement through a Telegram post. Alongside their claim, they provided evidence in the form of screenshots. However, X has not yet verified these assertions. Established in 2023, the Dark Storm Team is known for its pro-Palestinian stance and sophisticated cyber warfare techniques.
X’s Response to the Cyber Threat
Elon Musk has openly acknowledged the nature of the outage as a result of cyberattacks. He indicated that incidents of this magnitude likely stem from larger organizations equipped with significant resources.
In a subsequent interview on Fox Business with Larry Kudlow, Musk hinted that the attackers might have originated from Ukraine, as they traced the attacker’s IP addresses back to that region.
In response to the attack, X has since transitioned to using Cloudflare’s services, which are recognized for their robust defenses against DDoS attacks, fortifying the platform’s resilience against future threats.
The Current State of X (Twitter)
As of now, according to reports from Downdetector, X’s services are functioning normally, with all features fully operational. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates should any further issues arise.