Cloudflare Chaos: When the Internet Hits a Traffic Jam!
On November 18, 2025, Cloudflare took an unexpected coffee break, leaving web users worldwide with error pages and inaccessible apps. The culprit? A bug triggered by routine tinkering, not an attack. As Cloudflare scrambled to fix the mess, the internet had its second major infrastructure hiccup in a month.
Hot Take:
Looks like the Internet decided to take a spontaneous day off, courtesy of Cloudflare! For a company that thrives on delivering speed and security, they sure turned the web into a virtual traffic jam. At least now we know that even the Internet can have its off days, and it doesn’t even need a sick note!
Key Points:
- Cloudflare experienced significant service degradation on November 18, 2025, affecting 20% of global web traffic.
- The disruption was caused by a latent bug triggered by a routine configuration change, not a cyber attack.
- Major websites and platforms such as Uber, Canva, and ChatGPT reported outages or errors.
- Cloudflare’s CTO publicly apologized and assured the public that a fix was implemented.
- Some users continue to experience problems, despite claims that the issue is resolved.
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