Elon Musk, the billionaire tech entrepreneur, recently interviewed former U.S. President Donald Trump. However, the much-anticipated interview faced technical difficulties due to a cyber attack. Musk revealed that a cyber attack disrupted the broadcast, causing a 40-minute delay and access issues for viewers on the X platform.
Cyber Attack Disrupts the Interview
During the interview, Musk stated that a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack targeted their data lines, rendering them ineffective. The attack caused an overload on the website, making it difficult for users to access the stream. Despite these challenges, Musk and Trump engaged in a lengthy two-hour conversation.
Musk's Support for Trump
Throughout the interview, Elon Musk expressed his support for Donald Trump, urging voters to back the Republican campaign. He stated that the cyber attack indicated opposition to Trump, hinting at the political motives behind the disruption.
Expert Insights on the Cyber Attack
According to Anthony Lim, the Director of Cyberspace in Singapore, a DDoS attack involves overwhelming a website with massive signals, causing disruption in the data lines. This type of attack is often used to create chaos and prevent access to online content.
The incident has sparked discussions about cybersecurity and the potential political motivations behind such attacks. It also highlights the challenges faced by platforms in ensuring uninterrupted broadcasts during high-profile interviews.
