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OSHKOSH, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Oshkosh police are urging residents to be alert for possible scams in the wake of the CrowdStrike crash last week.
On July 19, a faulty software update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike led to disruptions of flights, banking and services all around the world.
Residents are encouraged to be cautious for scams targeting individuals attempting to reschedule flights, access banking information, or address technology issues.
While no incidents have been reported to the Oshkosh Police Department, police believe it’s crucial to raise awareness.
Scammers may attempt to impersonate CrowdStrike support, sending files that claim to resolve the crash but instead contain malware. Avoid clicking on links or opening any files from unknown sources.
Key things to watch out for:
- Phishing emails or text messages posing as someone directly involved with the event, offering support to customers
- Impersonating incident staff in phone calls
- Posing as independent researchers, claiming to have evidence the technical issue is linked to a cyberattack and offering remediation insights
- Selling scripts purporting to automate recovery from the issue
If anyone is concerned about an issue regarding their account, they should reach out to the responsible representative directly. If anyone is unsure if something is a scam or they feel they fell victim of a scam they should contact the Oshkosh Police Department at 920-236-5700.
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