Tech Takeaways

The Day Tech Stood Still: CrowdStrike’s Big Breakdown | EP 58

August 01, 2024 Gardner Systems

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In this week’s episode of Tech Takeaways, hosts Paul Stringfellow and Jason Fitzgerald tackle the recent CrowdStrike incident that left 8.6 million devices facing the dreaded blue screen of death. Recorded just days after the event, this episode offers a timely analysis of what happened, how it impacted businesses globally, and the critical lessons every organization should take away.

We also explore the Microsoft Azure issue that coincided with CrowdStrike’s troubles, discuss the risks of relying on single-vendor infrastructure, and debate the pros and cons of immediate patching vs. risk mitigation.

If you want to understand the implications of these incidents and learn how to better prepare your IT systems for unexpected challenges, this episode is a must-listen.

Key Topics:

  • Breakdown of the CrowdStrike and Microsoft incidents
  • The risks of single-vendor reliance in IT
  • The importance of timely updates in cybersecurity
  • Practical advice for safeguarding your business

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