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Global Cyber Outage Disrupts Flights, Banking, and Corporate Operations

by Alina Fida
July 19, 2024
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Global Cyber Outage Disrupts Flights, Banking, and Corporate Operations

Global Cyber Outage Disrupts Flights, Banking, and Corporate Operations

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A massive global IT outage has been reported, impacting critical sectors across Singapore, the US, the UK, India, and Australia. This disruption has severely affected flights, banking systems, and various corporate operations.

The root of this widespread issue appears to be linked to Microsoft’s Windows operating system, with the cybersecurity software firm CrowdStrike identified as a significant factor in the problem. CrowdStrike, a prominent American cybersecurity company, has acknowledged receiving numerous reports of Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors on Windows hosts. The BSOD signifies a critical system crash on Microsoft’s Windows OS, leading to widespread operational disruptions.

The fallout from this cyber outage has been extensive. Several ticketing systems and all customer service channels are experiencing severe technical difficulties due to the CrowdStrike-related issues. At Singapore’s Changi Airport, flight information boards at Terminal 4 have shown re-timed flights, indicating significant delays and rescheduling.

Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific has also been affected, with self-service check-in facilities at Hong Kong International Airport rendered unavailable due to “unexpected technical issues.” Passengers have been advised to check in online via the airline’s website or mobile app to obtain their boarding passes before heading to the airport, adding another layer of inconvenience for travelers.

In the United States, major airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Airlines, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air, grounded flights shortly after Microsoft resolved a separate cloud services outage. This prior outage had already disrupted operations for several low-cost carriers, compounding the challenges faced by the aviation sector.

The banking sector has not been spared either. Various financial institutions across the affected regions have reported disruptions in their online banking services, ATMs, and other digital platforms. Customers have encountered difficulties accessing their accounts, making transactions, and receiving timely updates.

Corporate operations across different industries have also faced significant setbacks. Many companies have experienced interruptions in their internal systems, affecting productivity and communication. The reliance on digital platforms for day-to-day operations has highlighted the vulnerability of businesses to such widespread cyber incidents.

The global scope and severity of this cyber outage underscore the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the need for rapid response mechanisms. As investigations continue into the exact cause and extent of the disruption, affected sectors are working tirelessly to restore normalcy and mitigate the impact on their operations and customers.

For ongoing updates and more detailed information on this developing situation, stay tuned to reliable news sources and official announcements from the impacted organizations.

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Alina Fida

Alina Fida

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