On October 8, 2026, an attack occurred on the 'Sasta' plant in Sasovo, Ryazan region, which specializes in the production of CNC metalworking machines. The attack also affected the 'Yandex' data center located on the plant's premises, leading to significant disruptions in the operation of their services.
Details of the Attack on the 'Sasta' Plant
The 'Sasta' plant is an important enterprise in the Russian military-industrial complex, manufacturing:
- CNC metalworking machines;
- 5-axis machining centers;
- turn-milling complexes;
- heavy machines used in the defense, aerospace, transport, and heavy industries of Russia.
Preliminary reports indicate that a large fire broke out on the plant's premises as a result of the attack.
Issues with the 'Yandex' Data Center
On the territory of the 'Sasta' plant, there is also a large data center, 'Yandex DC Sasovo'. Following the attack, 'Yandex' confirmed disruptions in the operation of Yandex Cloud due to power supply issues. Specifically, the company reported:
- an incident that occurred at the data center;
- widespread failures in cloud services.
Currently, there is no official information regarding the exact nature of the damages or any potential casualties resulting from the attack.
Reactions and Consequences
The attack on the 'Sasta' plant and the 'Yandex' data center has sparked widespread public interest. Observers note that such incidents could have serious consequences for the Russian industry, especially in the context of military conflicts. Meanwhile, there is no confirmation from official sources regarding further actions or reactions from the authorities.