A recent update to CrowdStrike Falcon has caused widespread disruptions to Windows-based systems globally. The faulty update has led to massive outages, impacting emergency services, hospitals, airports, and television stations. Users have reported Windows hosts being stuck in a boot loop or displaying the “Blue Screen of Death” after installing the update. CrowdStrike has acknowledged the issue and provided a workaround for affected users, but the impact continues to be felt across various sectors. The update fix cannot be applied automatically or remotely, posing challenges for IT admins managing large computer fleets and diverse IT environments. Despite efforts to address the problem, the aftermath of the update is expected to persist for some time. For more details, see the original BBC article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp4wnrxqlewo
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