686 CrowdStrike: A Look Back

Uncle Marv kicks off the episode by acknowledging the sponsor, SuperOps, and dives into the major news of the CrowdStrike incident. A faulty sensor configuration update from CrowdStrike led to widespread computer outages affecting about 8.5 million Windows machines globally. Marv explains how he managed client concerns and highlights the critical need for robust disaster recovery strategies and business continuity planning. 

He underscores the importance of having a comprehensive crisis response plan and testing it regularly to ensure effectiveness. Marv also praises the IT community for their rapid response and effective communication during the incident, noting the collaborative efforts across various platforms and peer groups. 

Marv shares his personal weekend ordeal with a new HP system that repeatedly blue-screened at a client's site but worked fine in his office. After troubleshooting, he discovered a faulty NVIDIA T1000 add-in card was the culprit. He also recounts the sudden resignation of a staff member, CJ, and the ensuing challenges due to the lack of communication from the client. 

The episode wraps up with Marv discussing his upcoming trip to ASCII Edge and encouraging listeners to use his Amazon affiliate link to support the podcast.

Key Takeaways

• CrowdStrike Incident: A faulty sensor configuration update caused widespread outages, emphasizing the need for robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Rapid Response and Communication: Effective communication and collaboration within the IT community were crucial in managing the incident.
• Personal Troubleshooting: Marv's experience with a faulty NVIDIA T1000 card highlights the challenges of diagnosing hardware issues.
• Staff Resignation: The importance of clear communication between clients and service providers was underscored by a sudden staff resignation.

Links

ASCII Edge 2024: https://events.ascii.com/

CrowdStrike Lessons: https://tinyurl.com/9esmm7ys

CrowdStrike Community Support: https://tinyurl.com/mhypna7t

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