Software glitch grounds planes, crashes networks
CrowdStrike software outage hits global banks, airports, businesses
Tech firm says outage caused by software update error, not cyberattack
A software glitch in a security update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike has caused a cascade effect of outages affecting airports, banks, and businesses around the world. The outage began on Friday, affecting systems in Europe, North America, and Asia. Within an hour of the reported issue, CrowdStrike responded, indicating they were aware of the problem and working on a fix.
CrowdStrike later confirmed that the outage was not caused by a cyberattack but was the result of a defect in the software update for its flagship security product. CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz stated that the company is working actively with impacted customers.
The global computer outage highlights the reliance of modern society on technology. The outage affected air traffic control systems, causing flight delays and cancellations at airports worldwide. Banks and financial institutions were also affected, with customers experiencing difficulties accessing online banking and other services. Other businesses, including retailers and manufacturers, were also impacted.
CrowdStrike is a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions. The company's software is used by businesses and organizations worldwide to protect against cyber threats. The software update error that caused the outage is a reminder that even the most robust systems can experience vulnerabilities.
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