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CrowdStrike's major IT outage prompts call for infrastructure investment
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An IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike halted 8.5 million Windows PCs, disrupting airlines and the NHS; a fix and reboot are now advised.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
3 days ago
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The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
3 days ago
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Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Ignition & ExtraHop join forces to boost UK cyber defences
4 days ago
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Ignition Technology partners with ExtraHop to boost UK network visibility and security, integrating solutions like CrowdStrike to address growing cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning
4 days ago
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CrowdStrike's global outage highlights the critical need for disaster preparedness and business continuity, with experts stressing robust recovery plans and clear communication.
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What happens when the global banking system ‘goes down’?
5 days ago
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When a US cyber security firm’s update knocked out key global banking systems, many turned to crypto, demonstrating its unique resilience and potential.
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Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity
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A global IT outage triggered by Crowdstrike's software has disrupted sectors like aviation, banking, and retail, prompting experts to call for enhanced disaster recovery plans and heightened cybersecurity measures.
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Microsoft Azure outage causes global disruption across industries
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The Microsoft Azure outage, triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update, disrupted banking, aviation, and healthcare globally, highlighting cybersecurity flaws.
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Global IT outages disrupt key sectors globally due to updates
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Global IT outages caused by Microsoft and CrowdStrike updates disrupt key sectors, sparking urgent calls for improved cybersecurity practices.
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Cyber Security experts respond to global IT outage
Last week
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It comes after a major IT outage linked to a Windows security update stopped essential services around the world, causing significant disruption.
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CrowdStrike security issue causes global Windows system failures
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CrowdStrike's Falcon sensor causes global Windows BSOD, hitting emergency, banking, and aviation sectors.
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Crowdstrike update causes global IT outage across industries
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A faulty update from Crowdstrike has triggered a global IT outage, disrupting healthcare, broadcasting, and more, raising urgent questions about security dependencies.
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CrowdStrike launches Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR with AI integration
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CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR, integrating generative AI with the Falcon platform to accelerate cyberattack response.
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CrowdStrike launches Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR system
Last week
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CrowdStrike has launched its Falcon Complete Next-Gen MDR system, expanding detection and response beyond endpoints to integrate third-party SIEM data and AI, promising rapid breach interventions.
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CrowdStrike joins S&P 500 with record USD $3 billion ARR
Last month
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hyperscale
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martech
CrowdStrike, now part of the S&P 500 Index, hits a record USD $3.65 billion ARR, solidifying its role as an AI-driven cybersecurity leader.
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CrowdStrike sets speed record in MITRE's cybersecurity test
Last month
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike's Falcon Complete set a new cybersecurity benchmark by detecting a sophisticated eCrime attack within four minutes during MITRE's evaluation.
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CrowdStrike & HPE partner to secure AI innovations
Last month
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hybrid cloud
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CrowdStrike partners with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to bolster AI security, integrating Falcon with GreenLake and OpsRamp AIOps to protect AI innovations.
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SquareX on the importance of disposable browsers in security
Last month
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ai security
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cybersecurity
SquareX revolutionises web security with disposable browsers to protect enterprises from online threats, utilising AI and seamless integration to enhance visibility and protection.
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CrowdStrike wins 2024 award for best practices in cloud security
Last month
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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CrowdStrike wins Frost and Sullivan's 2024 Global Customer Value Leadership Award for Cloud Security, spotlighting its Falcon Cloud Security suite amid a 110% rise in cloud exploitation incidents.
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CrowdStrike launches Falcon for Insurability to aid cyber insurers
Last month
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ai security
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
CrowdStrike's new Falcon for Insurability initiative aims to lower underwriting risks for cyber insurers and enhance organisations' cyber resilience using AI-powered defences.