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Resolve Zendesk July 9, 2024 Incident - Frequently asked questions

Discover solutions to common queries about the Zendesk service incident on July 9, 2024. Learn how to address saved updates and publishing issues effectively.

Frequently asked questions

What happened during the Zendesk service incident on July 9, 2024?

On July 9, 2024, a change to Zendesk's article editing system caused some articles to be republished without user intervention. This led to draft versions being inadvertently published. The issue was identified and resolved by rolling back the…

How did Zendesk resolve the publishing issue on July 9, 2024?

Zendesk resolved the publishing issue by rolling back the change that caused the problem. The system was stabilized, and normal operations resumed. The root cause was an update that processed edits twice, leading to unnecessary republishing. The…

What should I do if my Zendesk article was published unintentionally on July 9, 2024?

If your Zendesk article was published unintentionally on July 9, 2024, you need to manually restore the previous version. Use the Guide article revision history feature or manually update and republish the article. The issue occurred between 11:40…

What was the root cause of the Zendesk incident on July 9, 2024?

The root cause of the Zendesk incident on July 9, 2024, was an update intended to improve the editing system. It inadvertently caused edits to be processed twice, leading to unnecessary republishing of articles. This issue was resolved by…

What measures is Zendesk taking to prevent future incidents like the one on July 9, 2024?

Zendesk is taking several measures to prevent future incidents like the one on July 9, 2024. These include ensuring commands within the system are side-effect free, separating republishing logic for different customer tiers, and enhancing…

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