Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
CrowdStrike, a prominent name in the cybersecurity industry, faced a significant blow as its shares tumbled while IT disruptions continued to wreak havoc on various organizations. The ripple effect of this disruption was felt far and wide, with Delta Airlines being one of the worst-hit companies, having canceled over 5,000 flights since Friday, including more than 700 on Monday, as reported by Flight Aware. However, not all entities suffered to the same extent, with the UK's National Health Service reporting a more normalized operation of its systems despite the ongoing challenges. The repercussions of the IT issues were stark for CrowdStrike, as its shares recorded an additional slide on Monday following an 11% drop on the previous day. This decline underscored the severity of the incident for the firm, which had previously been highly regarded for its cybersecurity services. In response to the crisis, a CrowdStrike executive, Shawn Henry, expressed deep regret for the disruptions caused. Henry acknowledged the loss of trust that occurred within a short span of time and emphasized the company's commitment to its customers' security. Describing the ordeal as the most challenging in his 12-year tenure at CrowdStrike, Henry vowed to turn this setback into an opportunity for the company to emerge stronger and more resilient. Founded in 2011, CrowdStrike has built a reputation for its cybersecurity solutions, serving a vast clientele of around 29,000 customers worldwide, including government agencies in the US and UK, as well as major corporations. Prior to the recent incident, CrowdStrike had been enjoying a positive trajectory in the market, with its shares up nearly 40% for the year. The company reported progress in restoring operations post-outage, stating that a substantial number of affected devices were back online by Sunday. As CrowdStrike navigates through this challenging period, stakeholders will be closely monitoring its recovery efforts and the measures taken to prevent similar disruptions in the future. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical role cybersecurity plays in the modern digital landscape and the imperative for organizations to prioritize robust protection measures to safeguard against potential threats.