Microsoft fixes bugs causing Windows Server 2025 blue screens, install issues

November 12, 2024 at 06:38PM Microsoft has resolved various bugs affecting Windows Server 2025 installations and upgrades, particularly on devices with high core counts. Issues included failed installations, prolonged boot times, and BSOD errors. Users are advised to install the November 2024 update (KB5046617) and follow temporary workarounds to limit logical processors if needed. ### … Read more

Microsoft confirms Windows Server 2025 blue screen, install issues

November 4, 2024 at 07:15AM Microsoft acknowledged bugs affecting Windows Server 2025 installations and causing Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issues for systems with over 256 logical processors. They are working on a fix for the upcoming monthly update. In the meantime, users can limit logical processors to 256 or fewer as a workaround. ### … Read more

Certain ASUS laptops get BSOD when upgrading to Windows 11 24H2

October 21, 2024 at 12:48PM Microsoft warns that ASUS X415KA and X515KA laptops may encounter blue screen of death (BSOD) issues when upgrading to Windows 11 version 24H2. Users are advised not to attempt manual updates until a solution is found, as the previous version has reached end of servicing. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Issue … Read more

Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 on some Intel PCs over BSOD issues

October 2, 2024 at 08:36AM Microsoft is blocking Windows 24H2 upgrades for systems with incompatible Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers due to blue screen of death issues. The affected driver, ‘IntcAudioBus.sys’, if versions 10.29.0.5152 or 10.30.0.5152, can cause problems. Users can update their Intel SST drivers to resolve this issue, or contact their … Read more

CrowdStrike Dismisses Claims of Exploitability in Falcon Sensor Bug

August 8, 2024 at 01:36PM CrowdStrike disputes the claim from Qihoo 360 that the Falcon EDR sensor bug could lead to privilege escalation or remote code execution. They argue that the bug does not provide a way for arbitrary memory writes or execution control and that their security measures make exploitation highly unlikely. Multiple layers … Read more

Microsoft punches back at Delta Air Lines and its legal threats

August 6, 2024 at 11:11PM Microsoft denied Delta Air Lines’ accusations of responsibility for outages caused by CrowdStrike’s software, insulting Delta’s IT infrastructure. Delta threatened to sue Microsoft and CrowdStrike over the incident, claiming $500 million in losses. Microsoft’s legal representative said they offered daily help, which Delta ignored, and suggested that Delta has not … Read more

CrowdStrike Faces Lawsuits From Customers, Investors

July 31, 2024 at 10:51AM CrowdStrike is facing lawsuits from investors and customers after a bad software update caused global outages. The incident cost US companies an estimated $15 billion, with airlines suffering the most significant losses. While lawsuits are being pursued, some believe the company may be shielded from direct financial impacts due to … Read more

CrowdStrike Speeding Up Remediation of Systems Hit by Blue Screen of Death

July 23, 2024 at 08:15AM CrowdStrike’s new technique is speeding up the system restoration process after millions of Windows devices experienced outages due to a faulty update. Despite Microsoft and CrowdStrike’s efforts, some organizations are still struggling. Threat actors are taking advantage of the situation with phishing and malware, including a new stealer called Daolpu. … Read more

Bad CrowdStrike Update Linked to Major IT Outages Worldwide

July 19, 2024 at 07:01AM Major outages are reported worldwide, potentially caused by a flawed update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. Windows systems experience a Blue Screen of Death due to a recent CrowdStrike Falcon sensor update. Workarounds are being recommended, but the incident is causing problems for airports and other organizations. This incident is causing … Read more