Overview

• CrowdStrike's faulty update caused millions of Windows systems to crash, disrupting services worldwide.
• Delta Air Lines experienced prolonged disruptions, leading to significant financial losses and a potential lawsuit against CrowdStrike and Microsoft.
• The U.S. Department of Transportation is investigating Delta's handling of the crisis and its impact on passengers.
• Microsoft and CrowdStrike both offered assistance to Delta, but the airline claims it was insufficient.
• The incident highlights vulnerabilities in the interconnected global tech ecosystem and the challenges of rapid cybersecurity updates.