Anonymous Hackers Deface GlobalX Airline Website Linked to US Deportation Flights

• GlobalX, the airline involved in deportation operations under the Trump administration, became the target of defacement.
• A subdomain displayed an Anonymous message referring to the reversal of deportations.
• The reason for the defacement was allegedly the company’s decision to ignore recent court orders against illegal deportations.

Hackers operating under the name "Anonymous" on Monday defaced a subdomain of GlobalX, an airline that played a pivotal role in facilitating the Trump administration's controversial deportation flights to El Salvador. 

The hacked website displayed a striking message with white text over a black background, accompanied by Anonymous's signature Guy Fawkes mask. The message condemned the airline's participation in deportation flights that violated judicial orders, according to Reuters.

The attackers claimed they were part of Anonymous and announced they decided to “enforce the Judge's order.” The hacktivist group referred to the orders issued by U.S. judges directing the Trump administration to reverse the deportations. 

The website defacement, first reported by 404 Media, highlights heightened tensions surrounding GlobalX's involvement in deportation operations that have attracted widespread criticism. 

The airline was previously profiled for alleged mistreatment of detainees on deportation flights, sparking safety and human rights concerns.

Following the breach, neither GlobalX nor U.S. immigration officials responded to media inquiries. The company’s website has reportedly been restored, and no additional disruptions have been observed.

This incident marks another high-profile moment for hacktivist activity, particularly from groups using "Anonymous" branding to convey political messages.

Hacktivism continues to pose a persistent challenge for enterprises, particularly those with polarizing business interests, and even a threat when backed by nation states. The GlobalX incident demonstrates how organizations may become cyber targets due to their involvement in controversial policies or decisions.