Global IT Outage: Decoding a digital crisis and cybersecurity advice from One Sky

Impact of the computer breakdown

The airline industry was hardest hit, with flights delayed and passengers stranded. But the effects were felt far beyond the airports. Customs were disrupted, stock markets in Europe fluctuated, and the telecommunications and media sectors were also affected.

The importance of cybersecurity

This outage reminds us of the importance of cybersecurity in our increasingly digital world. At One Skywe understand the importance of cyber security and we're committed to helping our customers protect themselves.

Safety tips: Updates and precautions

1. Regular updates

Software updates are essential for the security of your IT systems. They often contain patches for security vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. By keeping your systems up to date, you reduce the risk of falling victim to cyber-attacks.

2. Manual updates

• Download updates directly from suppliers: Access software vendor websites to download security and other critical updates.
• Test updates: Before deploying updates on a large scale, test them on a small number of systems to make sure they don't introduce any new problems.

Continuity planning and recovery

A continuity and recovery plan is undoubtedly the key to success in dealing with this type of crisis. Here are two key points to consider:

• Set up continuity plans : Make sure you have plans in place to maintain critical operations in the event of prolonged outages.
• Preparing for recovery : Once the outage has been resolved, plan a return to normal operation, including validation of deployed updates and verification of system integrity.

Lessons learned

This worldwide computer breakdown is a major first, and we must learn from it:

• Improve processes : Identify possible improvements to better manage future breakdowns of this type.
• Stay alert: This crisis reminds us that even the most robust systems can be vulnerable.

Conclusion:

The recent worldwide computer blackout has shown us just how dependent our society is on digital technologies. It underscores the crucial importance of a proactive approach to cyber securityincluding regular updatesrigorous testing and solid continuity plans.

At One SkyWe're committed to helping you navigate this ever-changing digital landscape. Stay tuned for more analysis and advice on how to protect yourself effectively against such threats in the future.