AWS Automation Failure Triggers Widespread Internet Disruption
A critical automation failure in Amazon Web Services’ DNS management system sparked a major internet outage affecting millions of users worldwide. The incident disrupted dozens of major websites, banking services, and government portals for over half a day, highlighting internet infrastructure fragility.
Major Internet Outage Traced to AWS Automation Failure
A significant internet disruption that affected millions of users worldwide this week has been attributed to an automation failure within Amazon Web Services’ infrastructure, according to company statements and monitoring reports. The outage impacted dozens of major websites and services, demonstrating the concentrated nature of modern internet infrastructure.