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DDoS attack disrupts Ubuntu websites and Snap store

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Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is currently experiencing a significant and sustained distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack. This attack has rendered several of its key services, including the main Ubuntu website, the Snap store, and the Launchpad development platform, inaccessible to users. The company has confirmed the cross-border nature of the attack and is working to restore services. AI

IMPACT Disruption to Ubuntu services may affect AI development workflows reliant on Snap or Launchpad.

RANK_REASON DDoS attack impacting a specific tech product/service.

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DDoS attack disrupts Ubuntu websites and Snap store

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    🐧 Major DDoS attack knocks Ubuntu websites, Snap store offline If you’re having trouble accessing the Ubuntu website, the Snap store or Launchpad then you’re no

    🐧 Major DDoS attack knocks Ubuntu websites, Snap store offline If you’re having trouble accessing the Ubuntu website, the Snap store or Launchpad then you’re not alone: Canonical’s websites are currently facing a “sustained, cross-border” DDoS attack. The comp... 📰 Source: OMG! U…

    LINKS omgubuntu.co.uk/…/ubuntu-websites-ddos-at…

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