#endpoint-security

#endpoint-security

A global technology outage caused chaos worldwide due to a software update by CrowdStrike, impacting major systems and industries.

CrowdStrike's CEO addressed the issue as a defect in a content update for Windows hosts, reassuring it was not a security incident.

Organizations must adapt IT strategies for modern cloud environments, balancing usability and security.

The CrowdStrike-Windows incident revealed vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure security, emphasizing the need for improved resilience among security vendors.

Deep visibility into malware can mitigate risks of major cyber threats.

66% of malware infections occur on secured devices, highlighting detection gaps.

A layered security approach is essential to defend against evolving threats.

Organisations must adopt zero-trust principles for endpoints to strengthen security against expanding cyber threats.

Microsoft is hosting a summit to enhance Windows security following a CrowdStrike incident that affected 8.5 million devices.