This blog provides the latest update on the CrowdStrike-Microsoft outage, which has caused a global IT disruption affecting thousands of companies worldwide. The fallout has been extensive, impacting everything from airports and banks to some government entities.

So, what’s going on with CrowdStrike? From what I've gathered, CrowdStrike rolled out an update that conflicted with Windows, causing many systems to crash with the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). George Kurtz, CEO of CrowdStrike, mentioned that they’ve identified the issue and are working on a fix.

It was recently announced that approximately 2 million Rite Aid customers had their information stolen. This breach occurred several years ago, before the COVID-19 pandemic, but it’s only making headlines now. The ransomware gang Ransom Hub claimed responsibility for the attack, initially estimating that 45 million customers were affected.

AT&T recently disclosed a massive data breach in which hackers stole phone call records and text message metadata from nearly all their customers. This breach is said to have affected data from May 2022 to January 2023. While the specifics of conversations and message content were not compromised, the text messages' metadata were exposed.

Patelco Credit Union recently found itself at the center of a major ransomware attack. This incident has resulted in lawsuits and significant financial stress for its members. This blog explores the implications of this attack, the subsequent legal battles, and Patelco's response.

The automotive industry is facing a significant upheaval due to a recent cyberattack on CDK Global, a prominent provider of IT and digital marketing solutions for auto dealers. This incident has disrupted the operations of tens of thousands of auto dealers and affected hundreds of thousands of workers, highlighting vulnerabilities that could have far-reaching economic implications.

Several weeks ago, Crown Equipment faced a serious cyberattack that disrupted its operations. Employees quickly took to the internet to express their frustration with the company's initial response. Many were told they couldn't work, some were advised to file for unemployment, and they were left seeking answers about when operations would resume.

Over the weekend, Patelco Credit Union fell victim to a ransomware attack, leading to a complete shutdown of their online banking services, mobile apps, and even basic transactions like direct deposits and card payments. This disruption has left nearly half a million members without access to their accounts, prompting understandable frustration and concern among customers.

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Technology is critical in driving business success in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. However, managing IT infrastructure and systems can be a significant challenge for many organizations.

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