Cause: Astra’s repository URL changed, or your server’s DNS is broken.
Fix:
ping repo.astra-web.com
If no response, edit /etc/astra/astra.conf and verify the repo_url line. Then, run: astra control panel upd
astra-repo --refresh
After completing the Astra Control Panel UPD, run these verification steps: Cause : Astra’s repository URL changed, or your
Add a cron script that runs the update only if a new version exists: If no response, edit /etc/astra/astra
0 3 * * 1 /usr/local/astra/bin/auto-update.sh --security-only
The --security-only flag applies only critical patches, leaving major version upgrades for manual review.
Cybercriminals constantly scan for known vulnerabilities in hosting panels. The Astra team regularly releases UPD packages to patch exploits. Delaying an update can expose your server’s user data, databases, and configuration files.