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Cybercriminals taking advantage of CrowdStrike-linked global computer outage
Tech Optimizer
August 5, 2024

Cybercriminals taking advantage of CrowdStrike-linked global computer outage

A global IT outage caused by a flawed software update from CrowdStrike has led to increased cybercriminal activity, with phishing campaigns and malware distribution targeting individuals and businesses. The outage, which began at 1:20 a.m. ET on Friday, affected organizations reliant on Windows computers using CrowdStrike Falcon, resulting in widespread system failures. The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning about the surge in online criminal activity and advised caution when interacting with communications related to the incident. CrowdStrike's CEO, George Kurtz, acknowledged the disruption and the company's efforts to assist affected customers. CrowdStrike is working to deploy a previous version of its Falcon software and has provided workaround steps for users experiencing issues.
Thousands of users plagued with issues across Microsoft 365 and Azure
AppWizard
July 31, 2024

Thousands of users plagued with issues across Microsoft 365 and Azure

Microsoft has resolved recent global outages affecting several Office applications and cloud services, which were caused by a "network infrastructure" issue. The outage impacted platforms including Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure, and Outlook, preventing users from accessing their emails and other services. Various organizations, such as Cambridge Water and HM Courts Service, reported disruptions. The outage was less severe than a previous incident caused by CrowdStrike, which affected approximately 8.5 million Windows computers and led to significant operational challenges across multiple sectors. Companies notably affected included NatWest, EE, O2, and several gaming platforms. NatWest acknowledged issues with customer access to their webpages, while HM Courts and Tribunals Service reported difficulties in accessing online services. Over 1,000 reports of issues with Microsoft 365 and more than 2,000 related to Minecraft were noted. The situation has raised concerns about the resilience of digital infrastructures and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, prompting discussions about a potential Cyber Security and Resilience Bill in the UK.
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