Microsoft has issued a warning to its users about potential future attacks similar to the recent CrowdStrike incident that affected 8.5 million Windows devices. The company stated that such attacks cannot be prevented and cited a European Commission rule as a contributing factor.
Cause of the Outage
According to Microsoft, the European Commission's rule allows third-party vendors to have full kernel access to the operating system, leading to such outages. The company also mentioned that the recent CrowdStrike attack was not a cyberattack, but rather an update that affected global IT systems.
Impact of the Outage
The outage had a significant impact on various industries, including airlines, healthcare, and business. Cybersecurity experts have expressed concerns about the incident, emphasizing the need for Microsoft to strengthen its security measures to prevent such attacks in the future.
Microsoft's Response
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella addressed the issue in a post on social media platform X, explaining the cause of the problem. He stated that CrowdStrike's update affected global IT systems and that Microsoft is providing technical support to help users safely bring their systems back online.
Future Precautions
Experts suggest that Microsoft needs to enhance its monitoring and security measures to prevent such attacks. The company must also ensure the safety of user data to maintain trust. The recent CrowdStrike attack has raised concerns about the security of Microsoft's services. While the company has issued a warning about potential future attacks, it is essential for Microsoft to take proactive measures to strengthen its security and protect its users' data.
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