Security · Updated 22 Oct, 03:13 am IST
Onamae Desktop Cloud hacked, up to 26,739 customer servers infected
Why it matters for readers: It shows that even large hosting providers can be breached and why companies sometimes shut services to stop damage.
- GMO Internet confirmed unauthorized access and installation of malicious programs on Onamae Desktop Cloud customer servers.1
- The company says up to 26,739 customer servers may have been affected by the intrusion.1
- GMO progressively shut down customer servers starting at 04:00 local time on October 21, 2026, after detecting the intrusion.1
- GMO says payment information like credit card details is not affected because that data is stored on separate infrastructure.1
- The breach may have exposed data stored on impacted servers, but the company has not confirmed any misuse or leaks and will provide updates as the investigation continues.1
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