On October 23, 2026, defense forces launched an attack on a key data center of the Federal Tax Service of Russia, located in Gorodets, Nizhny Novgorod region. This facility is critical for storing and processing data of state registries and major tax databases.
Importance of the Data Center
The data center in Gorodets is one of the two main data processing centers of the Russian tax service. It houses essential data used for managing the country’s tax systems. An attack on this facility could lead to serious consequences for the operation of state information systems.
Potential Consequences of the Attack
Following the attack, the potential consequences may include:
- Failure of state digital systems;
- Disruption of tax data processing;
- Difficulties in accessing state registries.
This situation raises concerns among government officials, as disruptions in tax systems could negatively impact the economic stability of the country.