The widely-used video hosting platform Rumble confirmed a significant cyberattack that disrupted its services. The CEO took to social media to address the situation, revealing the extent of the Rumble cyberattack and hinting at potential political motives behind the incident.
During the weekend, David Freiheit, also known as Viva Frei, alerted followers. on an alternative platform, ‘X’ (previously recognized as Twitter), about the disruption, indicating a significant and unparalleled attack. He stated, “I was planning to go live, but Rumble and Locals are down. Apparently, it is a massive, unprecedented attack. One that is likely politically motivated.”
Rumble Cyberattack Confirmed
In response to Freiheit’s post, Rumble CEO Chris Pavlovski confirmed the cyberattack via a tweet, affirming, “I can confirm that this attack has been unprecedented and has been happening since this weekend. I also suspect it is political, coming from activists and/or organizations who want to censor our creators, and related to J6 videos being posted on Rumble.”
In response to the situation, the company proactively implemented measures to combat the Rumble cyberattack. Expressing gratitude, they thanked their cyber security partners and the entire team, viewing the incident as a learning experience that will make them stronger.
Acknowledging the patience of their users and creators, Rumble’s statement read, “A big thank you to all users and creators who have been incredibly patient with us during this time.”
Road to Recovery: Services Gradually Restored
In a follow-up tweet, the Rumble team informed users that services were gradually returning to normal but added, “still more work to do.” Later in the day, they updated the community, confirming that “the majority of services have been restored” and mentioning ongoing efforts to resolve any remaining issues globally.
Users, appreciative of the company’s proactive response, flooded the platform with messages of support. One user tweeted, “Thank you to all of the Rumble staff that worked so hard on getting services back online. I’m sure it wasn’t a fun day, and we appreciate you.”
Another user expressed a sentiment shared by many, stating, “Their attacks show that Rumble is worth fighting for because free speech is worth fighting for.”
As Rumble continues to recover from the cyberattack, the incident has highlighted the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding platforms that champion free speech.
As Rumble continues to recover from the cyberattack, the incident has underscored the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding platforms that champion free speech. Rumble’s proactive response and the outpouring of support from users highlight the significance of standing up for free expression in the face of cyber threats.
The Rumble cyberattack prompts a broader conversation on the role of technology and its vulnerability to external pressures in preserving open dialogue on online platforms.
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