ALL EYES ON GAZA: Ford Motor Company's X account spews anti-Israel comments

Ford Motor Company's X Account Hacked, Posts Controversial Israel-Gaza Tweets

The breach occurred approximately two hours ago. Initially, the account shared routine promotional content about Ford’s F-Series trucks. However, shortly after, the unauthorized posts appeared, expressing support for Palestine and criticizing Israel. The tweets remained online for several hours, attracting significant public interest before Ford took swift action to remove them.

Rapid Response and Lack of Official Statement

In response to the hack, Ford quickly regained control of its account and deleted the controversial posts. However, no official statement has yet been issued by the company regarding the incident. It is believed that Ford is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach, according to reports from UK News In Pictures.

The hacking incident quickly became a trending topic on social media, with many users discussing corporate cybersecurity and demanding a statement from Ford. Some questioned the company’s handling of the situation, urging for measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

Historical Cybersecurity Issues at Ford

This breach is not Ford’s first encounter with cybersecurity concerns. Back in November, a hacker known as "EnergyWeaponUser" claimed to have infiltrated Ford's network and posted confidential company data on a hacking forum. The information leaked included 44,000 client records, containing personal details such as names, addresses, and purchase histories. The breach affected customers worldwide, including those in the USA, China, Spain, and other countries. To date, Ford has not publicly acknowledged this incident.

Social Media Fallout

The incident also sparked conversations about the political implications of such a hack. Some users pointed out Ford’s commercial ties to Israel, particularly in relation to the company’s supply of armored vehicles to the Israeli military. These vehicles, including Ford's SandCat Tigris 4x4 models, have been used by the Israeli military in its ongoing operations in Gaza, fueling further debate online. As the situation unfolded, some social media users demanded immediate action from Ford, with one commenting, "You have 60 minutes to fire someone or we will have no choice but to assume Ford is a Hamas supporter."

While the hacker responsible for the breach has not claimed responsibility, the controversy surrounding Ford’s hacked posts is far from over. The company now faces growing pressure to address both the security of its social media accounts and the broader implications of the messages shared on its platform.