Short answer: A cyberattack destroyed data on over 1,000 servers at Russian hosting provider Beget. Websites and online services are affected. Customers should change passwords and access keys.
TL;DR
- Data wiped from over 1,000 servers
- Beget services disrupted
- Customers advised to change credentials
- Attack impacts small and medium-sized businesses
What happened?
A cyberattack hit Russian hosting provider Beget, wiping data from its cloud infrastructure and affecting over 1,000 servers. This caused disruptions to websites and online services, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses. Beget is urging customers to update their passwords and access keys to protect against potential breaches.
- Data breach
- When private information is stolen or exposed to people who should not see it.
Key facts
| Reported by | The Record |
|---|---|
| Date reported | 04 Nov 2026 |
How it works
Hackers gained access to Beget's systems, running scripts to erase data. This affected cloud storage, virtual private servers, and Kubernetes services. They also deleted binary backups, making recovery difficult.
- Hackers accessed Beget's infrastructure
- Executed scripts to erase data
- Deleted binary backups
- Caused disruption to websites and services
Timeline
| Date | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-04 | Reported by The Record | The Record |
| 2026-11-10 | This Skillmate explainer published | Skillmate |
How to fix it
- Keep systems and network devices updated and follow vendor security notices.
- Make sure an incident response contact and plan exist before an attack happens.
- Ask your service providers which protections they offer, and test them.
How to detect it
Defenders can look for crashes, odd logins, and unusual logins.
What is confirmed
- Reported by The Record
Why it matters
This cyberattack highlights the risks to cloud data and services. It affects businesses, government agencies, and research institutions. Companies and students should prioritize robust backup and security practices.
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FAQ
What services were affected by the attack?
The attack affected cloud infrastructure, including virtual private servers, cloud storage, and Kubernetes services.
How many servers were affected?
More than 1,000 servers were affected, and each must be manually inspected.
Can the data be recovered?
File-level backups remained intact, but restoring the data will be a slow process.
How many domains does Beget manage?
As of October, Beget managed about 540,700 domains, or 14.7% of the .RU market.
Sources
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