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CrowdStrike update causes major Microsoft outage. Explore potential causes and find solutions to prevent similar issues.
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A recent faulty CrowdStrike security update caused a major Microsoft outage on July 19, 2024, affecting high-profile companies and critical sectors worldwide. The update led to transportation, healthcare, finance, and media disruptions. The issue stemmed from insufficient testing and a potential link to a Microsoft Azure outage. To prevent similar incidents, rigorous software testing and improved quality assurance processes are crucial.

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