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Hackers Compromised 7,500+ Magento Websites to Upload Hidden Malicious Files and Steal Data

Cybersecuritynews •Tushar Subhra Dutta • March 20, 2026

A sweeping cyberattack campaign has compromised more than 7,500 Magento-powered e-commerce websites since late February 2026, with attackers uploading hidden malicious files into publicly accessible web directories across thousands of domains. The attack has spread to over 15,000 hostnames, affecting commercial brands, government agencies, universities, and non-profit organizations spanning multiple countries, making it one of […]

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Global Hacking Campaign Defaces 7,500+ Magento Sites Since February 27, 2026, hackers have defaced over 7,500 Magento-powered websites, targeting e-commerce platforms, government services, and various organizations. The attackers uploaded plaintext defacement files and hidden malicious files into publicly accessible directories across more than 15,000 hostnames. The campaign has impacted commercial brands, government agencies, universities, and non-profit organizations across multiple countries. Cybersecurity firm Netcraft reported the attacks as opportunistic, indicating a lack of sophisticated targeting. The full scope of the data theft and potential vulnerabilities exploited remains unclear. As of March 20, 2026, the attacks are ongoing, with no specific remediation steps detailed in the articles. The incident highlights the vulnerabilities within Magento platforms and the need for enhanced security measures. 2 sources 52

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