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Musk Confirms SEC Twitter Hack, Urges Two-Factor Authentication

January 10, 2024

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A preliminary investigation by X reveals that the compromise did not result from any breach in X's systems.

Official Investigation

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The compromise occurred when an unidentified individual gained control over a phone number associated with the @SECGov account through a third party.

Unauthorized Access via Phone Number

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Lack of Two-Factor Authentication

It's confirmed that the compromised account did not have two-factor authentication enabled at the time of the security breach.

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Security Recommendation

Users are encouraged to enable two-factor authentication as an additional security measure to protect their accounts.

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X's Assurance

X emphasizes that the compromise did not stem from any vulnerabilities in its systems, reassuring users about the security of X's infrastructure.

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Help Center Information

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Users can find more information and tips on account security in the X Help Center