Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:51am on 20 Jul 2024,Saturday Tech Today
A routine software update from cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike turned into a global tech nightmare on Friday. The flawed update, meant to protect Microsoft Windows systems, instead brought down computer networks worldwide. The far-reaching impact was felt by airlines, banks, businesses, and healthcare providers, exposing vulnerabilities in the digital infrastructure. As the world grapples with the aftermath, questions arise about the reliability of security measures and the potential for human error in the tech industry. CrowdStrike's swift response has mitigated the damage, but the incident serves as a wake-up call for the digital age.
