Microsoft Cybersecurity Event Will Address Industry Changes Post-CrowdStrike Outage
Microsoft's Response to the CrowdStrike Outage
In response to a chaotic July incident caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update that left millions of Windows PCs inoperative, Microsoft announced a significant cybersecurity event.
Event Details and Focus
Scheduled for September 10 at its Redmond campus, the event aims to unite major cybersecurity firms for discussions on improving industry practices. Participants will assess strategies to shift applications from kernel mode to more secure user mode, potentially decreasing the risk of widespread system crashes.
Insights from the Incident
- Delta Air Lines reported damages of $550 million due to the outage.
- IT admins faced extensive downtime during the update’s rollout.
- Explored the adoption of eBPF technology to minimize future risks.
Future Directions: Learning from the Past
Microsoft will engage with other industry leaders, including representatives from Check Point and SentinelOne, to discuss methodologies that can enhance software stability. The company has also invested in the Rust programming language to improve memory safety in applications.
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