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🚨 Breaking: CrowdStrike Global IT Outage Explained 🌐💻✈️ CrowdStrike is facing a major global IT outage that has disrupted airports, banks, and healthcare systems worldwide. This incident, not a cyber attack, mainly affects Windows users, causing widespread system failures. Impact on Systems and Industries: The recent IT outage has caused significant disruptions across various sectors: ✈️ Airports: Manual passenger processing due to system failures. 🏦 Banks: ATM services and online banking are down. 🏥 Healthcare: GP surgeries and pharmacies face booking issues. 🚆 Transportation: Trains and other transportation systems are struggling. Comparison to Y2K Bug: Y2K Bug: Anticipated global failure, largely prevented due to extensive preparations. What Consumers Can Do: 🔔 Stay Updated: Follow CrowdStrike’s support portal for updates. 📢 Official Channels: Use official channels to avoid misinformation. 💾 Backup Data: Regularly backup important data. 💻 Alternative Devices: Use Mac or Linux systems if possible. ⏳ Patience: Be patient as fixes are being implemented. The CrowdStrike outage is one of the largest IT disruptions in history, affecting multiple countries and causing widespread operational issues. More at www.iankhan.com #CrowdStrike #ITOutage #GlobalDisruption #TechFailure #SystemDown #CyberSecurity #WindowsCrash #TechNews 📉✈️🏦💻🔧

🌍 Unprecedented Cyber Outage Shakes the World It's not often that we find the world at a standstill, but today is one of those days. A massive cyber outage has grounded flights, disrupted banks, and silenced major telecoms and media outlets across the globe. This isn't just a technological hiccup; it's a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our interconnected world. Early reports suggest the outage is affecting several critical infrastructure systems, grinding operations to a halt and causing widespread chaos. With planes grounded and financial transactions stalled, the ripple effect is immense, impacting millions of lives in real-time. What makes this incident particularly concerning is the extent of the disruption it has caused. Banks are struggling to process even basic transactions, while airports worldwide are dealing with frustrated passengers. Telecom networks are down, making communication a challenge, and media channels, typically the first to report on such crises, are falling silent as well. Read more on Reuters: https://lnkd.in/djqj8xy7 #cybersecurity #businesscontinuity #digitalsafety

If you're experiencing the total system failure caused by #Crowdstrike, performing the following to fix it: 1. Boot Windows into Safe Mode 2. Go to C:\Windows\System32\drivers\CrowdStrike 3. Locate and delete file matching "C-00000291*.sys" 4. Boot normally. Our condolences to all the IT staff currently getting yelled at.

Diligence in the cyber world should be top of mind to every executive.

In today's digital era, the #bankingindustry confronts formidable challenges in ensuring the security of financial assets and customer information. #Cybersecurity is of paramount concern, given the rising sophistication of external and internal threats. In an arena where the #financialsector faces a vulnerability to information security risks 300 times higher than other industries, the necessity for robust security measures becomes apparent, and #cybercrimeincidents cost banks a staggering USD 1 trillion annually. StealthLabs emerges as a beacon in #informationsecurity, offering tailored solutions to address the specific risks banking institutions face. From insecure data storage to identity and access control, data and threat management, incident response, and beyond, our expertise spans the entire spectrum of security challenges. In an environment where traditional measures may fall short, StealthLabs is a reliable partner, providing industry-best #ITsecuritysolutions. https://t.ly/8wy8e Stealthlabs, Inc #CyberSecurityServices #ITsecurityservices #cybersecurityconsultingservices #CyberSecuritySolutions #informationSecurityServices #InformationSecurityServicesProvider #InformationSecuritySolutionsProvider #ITConsultingservices #Automotiveindustry #cybersecurityAutomotiveindustry

As we step into a new year, the significance of cybersecurity has never been more paramount. In an era where technology is seamlessly woven into the fabric of our daily lives, the need for robust cybersecurity measures is non-negotiable. Not just financial institutions, cybersecurity is a critical imperative across all sectors. We at Deloitte have the right skills, expertise and experience to help your businesses become more secure and protected in this ever-evolving digital landscape. Happy “secure” new year 🙂 #Deloitte #deloitteusi #cybersecurity #2024ready https://lnkd.in/gZe3Pegc

New ATM Malware threatens to impact European Banks   Cybercriminals have unveiled new ATM malware , targeting 99% of European ATMs and 60% globally. Developed specifically to target Europe, threat to global banking industry.                     A notorious threat vector is offering this for $30,000 . As per the announcement, it can filtrate machines , manufactured by several leading vendors, including Bank of America, Hitachi, NCR, GRG and others. The malware’s design is fully automated, simplifying its deployment and operation. However, it also supports manual operation, offering flexibility to cybercriminals.     This malware is being sold with flexible payment options, including 1)   A monthly subscription 2)   A test payload option valid for 3 days 3)   An initial fees plus a share of the profits from successful operations Banks and financial institutions must prioritize updating their security protocols and invest in advanced threat detection systems. Regular software updates, stringent access controls, and employee training on cybersecurity best practices are essential steps in mitigating the risk posed by such malware #ATM #Malware #European #Banks

Q: What do Transport for London, Capgemini, and Fortinet have in common, other than all three confirming cyberattacks this week? A: They all use the same Insecure Servers on the DNS Blacklist. We informed Transport for London several times since August 2023, likewise Fortinet. Capgemini we have been sharing Threat Intelligence with for several years. If you are a client or customer of these organisations, Please, DO NOT let them play the Victim card. They have suffered cyberattacks because their basic security is ineffective and not fit for purpose. If your new car broke down the dealer might try to deflect blame, but there you are stranded and exposed. The below redacted screenshot is an IPv4 all three organisations (and many more) use which is on the DNS Blacklist. It is on the Blacklist due to being known to be used for nefarious purposes. PDNS clearly is NOT working for these Government and Government supplying organisations. They are placing ALL users, partners, and clients data at severe risk. This week, a 17 year old young man caused chaos to Transport for London with what was more than likely, his exploitation of exposed and insecure Internet Assets from his Walsall bedroom. It demonstrates the wholly unacceptable and insecure positions being maintained at critical infrastructure and government level. Still, it's Saturday tomorrow so everyone can sweep these incidents away like yesterday's Fish and Chip wrapper. Pretend negligence has nothing to do with the shambolic farce that pertains to be security, and carry on regardless... Cybersec Innovation Partners UK Civil Service GCHQ National Cyber Security Centre Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Central Intelligence Agency Department of Transport and Main Roads U.S. Department of Homeland Security ABC News BBC News CNBC CNN Fox News Media ITV News Sky News #InternetSecurity #DNS #PKI

"Every bank is being attacked all the time." "We're engaged in asymmetrical warfare on a day-by-day basis," said Chris Sheehan from National Australia Bank. He sounded the bell on the increasing cyber 'warfare' risk, highlighting that the entire community is at risk. The same words 'asymmetrical warfare' were used by Charlie Bell and Vasu Jakkal earlier this year at Microsoft Ignite. The cybersecurity battlefield is asymmetrical. Defenders are constrained by rules, resource limitations, and the necessity to defend every potential point of failure, while attackers need only find one vulnerability to exploit. This imbalance is further exacerbated by the adoption of AI by cybercriminals, which enhances their capabilities and accelerates their attack strategies.   Chris Sheehan describes it further, "These attacks range from attempts to infiltrate bank systems, deny services, deploy malicious code, or compromise security logins." “If it’s not us being attacked, then our customers are being attacked, in an effort to steal their information and their money. There’s no typical demographic. The entire community is at risk.” Australians are still losing approximately $3 billion annually to cybercriminals. "We are amidst a scams war in this country." The speed and scale mean this is one the most pressing challenges of our time. https://lnkd.in/gpY6u5Sq