Internet Archive Website Still Down After DDoS Attack: Cybernews Report

The non-profit Internet Archive digital library is currently facing a major setback as it continues to battle a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack that began on Tuesday. Users have reported issues accessing the website, with some even claiming that their personal information has been compromised.

The popular Wayback Machine and Open Library, both part of the Internet Archive’s free services, have also been affected by the attack, displaying a “503 Service Unavailable” error message. Founder Brewster Kahle took to social media to address the situation, stating that they are working to bring the website back online.

However, the situation took a more alarming turn when users on Reddit shared screenshots of the website showing a message indicating a potential security breach. This led to concerns about the exposure of personal information, prompting users to check the ‘Have I Been Pwned’ website for any potential breaches.

Further investigations revealed that a data breach had indeed occurred, exposing the records of over 31 million users. The breach included email addresses, screen names, and password hashes, raising serious concerns about the security of user data on the Internet Archive.

As the organization works to address the breach and restore its services, questions have been raised about the vulnerability of its donation-based model. With millions of users relying on the Internet Archive for access to a wide range of digital materials, the impact of this breach is significant.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.