6 insights every CIO should take away from the CrowdStrike debacle
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The article discusses the aftermath of the Y2K bug and its parallels to the current situation with CrowdStrike. It highlights how the IT industry's quick response to Y2K led to accusations of it being an exaggerated threat, diverting attention away from systemic issues. In the present, CrowdStrike faces blame for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, particularly due to Microsoft's mandated kernel access and the broader pressure on security vendors to release rapid, untested patches. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing the inevitable trade-offs in IT, particularly in balancing speed and risk in cybersecurity efforts, while urging IT leaders to educate their executive teams on these critical dynamics.
