British Library Hit by Cyber Incident, Disrupting Services

The British Library in London, known for its serene study environment and vast collection of 170 million items, has been disrupted by a “cyber incident.” This event has led to the shutdown of its website, impeding access to the online catalog, and the cessation of Wi-Fi services.

Staff members are unable to use computers, creating a predigital atmosphere within the library. Ordering books now involves consulting hardback catalogs or external websites, writing down catalog numbers, and handing them to librarians for verification. The incident has affected various users, including authors and academics, who rely on the library for their work.

Despite the significance of the British Library, the institution has provided minimal information about the incident on social media. The library stated that it is facing a major technology outage due to the cyber incident, impacting both online and on-site services.

The staff is collaborating with Britain’s National Cyber Security Center to investigate the matter. Speculation about the cause of the shutdown abounds among users, with many having to adjust their work plans to accommodate the disruption.

While details remain scarce, other European libraries presume the British Library was deliberately targeted. The National Library of Scotland, for instance, has intensified its monitoring and

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