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:( Your PC Ran Into a Problem

Jul 22, 2024
32:00
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Crowdstrike's faulty update caused a global IT outage, raising concerns about root access. Brian Haney discusses how retail investors can assess financial companies. The podcast explores the impact of adverse developments in insurance and property costs in Florida.
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  • CrowdStrike's faulty update caused a global IT outage, highlighting risks of deep root access for cybersecurity companies.
  • Kinsale Capital's Brian Haney explains challenges faced by insurers in high-risk areas like Florida, emphasizing the need for balanced insurance policies.

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Worldwide IT Outage Due to CrowdStrike Update

A recent worldwide IT outage was caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, affecting Windows devices and leading to the dreaded blue screen of death. The update triggered a logic error in CrowdStrike's sensor configuration, crashing Windows systems globally. While the incident impacted millions of devices, Microsoft mentioned that it affected less than 1% of Windows machines, highlighting the potential risks associated with fundamental system errors.

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