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The Great CrowdStrike Crash of 2024: Lessons from a Digital Disaster

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Global Technical Outage Caused by Software Bug

The chapter delves into a massive technical outage triggered by a software bug in CrowdStrike that affected millions globally, resulting in grounded flights, disrupted emergency services, and media agencies. The impact spread to various industries like banking, airlines, and emergency services, revealing the vulnerability of digital systems. Despite not being a cyberattack, the outage led to widespread chaos and prompted discussions on the complexities of maintaining cybersecurity in the digital age.

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