On July 19, 2024, an attempt by CrowdStrike to update the “Falcon Sensor” for real-time threat detection and endpoint protection led to a system crash that affected 8.5 million Microsoft Windows devices, causing widespread IT and operational disruptions worldwide. Although this incident was not caused by a cyberattack or malware, it underscores the importance of having a comprehensive and reliable backup and disaster recovery strategy in place to prevent disruptions to business operations.