On April 27, 2024, a significant AWS outage disrupted multiple high-profile online services including Amazon Prime Video, Fortnite, and the AI platform Perplexity. The outage was traced back to issues within AWS's infrastructure, causing widespread service interruptions and user access problems. This incident highlights the critical dependency on cloud service providers and the cascading effects outages can have on digital ecosystems. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a backbone for many internet services, and any downtime can lead to significant operational and financial impacts for businesses and end-users alike. The outage affected streaming, gaming, and AI services, demonstrating the diverse range of applications reliant on AWS. This event serves as a reminder for organizations to implement robust disaster recovery and multi-cloud strategies to mitigate risks associated with cloud provider outages. The incident also underscores the importance of monitoring and rapid response capabilities in cloud environments to minimize downtime and maintain service continuity. As cloud adoption grows, understanding and preparing for such disruptions becomes essential for cybersecurity and IT professionals. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the AWS outage, its impact on various services, and best practices for resilience in cloud-dependent infrastructures.
This Cyber News was published on www.bleepingcomputer.com. Publication date: Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:25:43 +0000