Internet Archive faces major cyberattack exposing user data and disrupting services

The Internet Archive experienced a significant cyberattack that began on Tuesday, resulting in the site being offline and user data exposed. The attack, attributed to a group called "SN_BLACKMETA," led to the defacement of the website and a breach affecting 31 million accounts. Founder Brewster Kahle confirmed that usernames, emails, and passwords were compromised. He stated that the organization is working to enhance security and restore services. Despite the breach, he noted that the data itself has not been corrupted. The attack highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats, especially ahead of the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The Internet Archive, a nonprofit established in 1996, is known for its Wayback Machine, which preserves web pages for public access.