Global IT outage from CrowdStrike's faulty Windows update disrupted flights, banking, and healthcare in Canada.

A global IT outage stemming from a faulty content update for Windows by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused disruptions to flights, banking, and healthcare in Canada. The outage impacted multiple industries, including airlines (Porter Airlines cancelled flights), banks (Canadian Bankers Association reported temporary effects), and healthcare services (Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services reported IT system issues). The issue did not stem from a security incident or cyberattack, according to CrowdStrike.

July 19, 2024
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