Global IT outage linked to Microsoft Azure error and CrowdStrike update
CrowdStrike is experiencing a significant global IT outage caused by a faulty software update. This non-malicious issue is impacting various industries, including banks, airlines, and hospitals. Some hospitals are facing disruptions in medical technology and communications, resulting in delays and cancellations of clinical procedures. CrowdStrike has identified and isolated the defect, and a fix has been deployed. The company emphasizes that this is not a cyberattack, and it is actively working to support affected customers (American Hospital Association).
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