Microsoft says EU to blame for the worst IT outage
Microsoft attributes a major IT outage affecting 8.5 million Windows devices to a faulty security update from Crowdstrike, citing EU restrictions on security changes. The incident disrupted flights, NHS services, and payments. CrowdStrike acknowledged the glitch, while Europe seeks more digital market access.
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Microsoft blames the European Union for a massive IT outage affecting up to 8.5 million Windows devices due to a faulty security update from Crowdstrike. The EU's 2009 agreement restricted Microsoft from making security changes that could have prevented the update, leading to widespread computer failures. Thousands of flights were disrupted, the UK's NHS service was impacted, and contactless payments failed. The issue stemmed from a defective update for CrowdStrike's Falcon system, which has privileged access to a computer's kernel. Microsoft's in-house alternative, Windows Defender, was limited by the EU agreement, unlike Apple, which blocked kernel access on Mac computers for security reasons. CrowdStrike has acknowledged the software glitch and apologized for the chaos caused. Europe is currently pushing for more access in digital markets, exemplified by efforts to compel Apple to allow alternative app stores and web browsers on iPhones. Microsoft confirmed the impact on less than 1% of Windows devices but noted significant repercussions due to CrowdStrike's widespread business use.
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