Kahle confirmed that the main site and its 'Open Library' have been rendered inaccessible, prioritizing the protection of user data before restoring services.

The Internet Archive is currently grappling with a significant cyberattack, which has resulted in DDoS attacks and a data breach affecting sensitive information for millions of users.

Founder Brewster Kahle announced the attack on social media, indicating that efforts are underway to restore the site and enhance security measures.

Despite the ongoing issues, Kahle reassured users that their data remains safe while the organization examines and strengthens its security protocols.

Troy Hunt, operator of the site Have I Been Pwned (HIBP), verified that leaked passwords matched those of affected users and confirmed receipt of the compromised database.

The breach has underscored the growing challenges of online security, emphasizing the importance of using unique passwords and not reusing them.

This incident raises serious questions about the effectiveness of security measures like two-factor authentication in safeguarding user data.

While the motives behind the cyberattack remain unclear, it has been noted that the hacker group SN_Blackmeta claimed responsibility, citing political motivations related to U.S. government policies.

Community members have criticized the attackers for targeting a non-profit organization that has no direct ties to the U.S. government.

Hunt reached out to the Internet Archive prior to adding the stolen data to HIBP, but the organization has not publicly acknowledged the breach or responded to his inquiries.

Kahle indicated that the Internet Archive is expected to resume operations within a few days as they work to address the security issues.

Experts have advised users to check their credentials on HIBP and to change passwords and enable multi-factor authentication as a precaution.