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You may have heard about the recent vulnerabilities associated with the security monitoring tool from Crowdstrike, called "Falcon Sensor", which led to substantial outage affecting over 8.5 million windows machines and requires manual intervention to recover affected systems. These events have highlighted critical issues with security monitoring tools that operate at the operating system level and are highly permissive, leading to potential vulnerabilities.

Why Paradyn Remained Unaffected

At Paradyn, we have always prioritized security and methodical practices. Here's why our systems stood strong:

• Stringent Security Practices: From the ground up, our security framework is designed to minimize risks. We employ rigorous and methodical security practices that go beyond industry standards.

• Selective Use of Monitoring Tools: While we acknowledge the role of widely used security monitoring tools from Crowdstrike, we have been cautious about their implementation. We recognized that tools like Crowdstrike, despite their utility, posed significant risks due to their high level of permissiveness and their deep integration into operating systems.

• Secure Linux VMs: Our choice to deploy highly secure Linux Virtual Machines (VMs) has proven to be a critical decision. These VMs provide a robust, secure environment that isolates and protects our systems from the vulnerabilities that affected other platforms.

• Proactive Risk Management: Our proactive approach to risk management involves continuously evaluating and mitigating potential security threats. This foresight has enabled us to avoid the pitfalls that impacted others.

Why Linux Over Windows

At Paradyn Systems, we have a strong preference for Linux as our hosting platform over Windows. Here's why:

• Security: Linux is renowned for its robust security features. Its open-source nature allows for constant review and improvement by the global community, ensuring vulnerabilities are quickly identified and patched.

• Stability and Reliability: Linux systems are known for their stability and reliability. They handle workloads efficiently without the frequent reboots often required by Windows systems.

• Flexibility and Customization: Linux offers greater flexibility and customization options, allowing us to tailor the operating environment to our specific security needs. This is essential for maintaining the high standards we set for our services.

• Resource Efficiency: Linux systems are generally more resource-efficient compared to Windows. This efficiency means we can allocate more resources towards providing better performance for our end users, with enhanced security features.

Our Commitment to Your Security

We understand that security is paramount to your operations. Rest assured, Paradyn Systems is committed to maintaining and enhancing our security measures to safeguard your interests. Our approach is not just about responding to threats but anticipating and preventing them through thoughtfully considered security practices.

Looking Ahead

As we move forward, we will continue to keep you informed about the latest developments in cybersecurity and how Paradyn Systems is adapting to ensure the highest levels of protection. We appreciate your trust and will continue to prioritize your security in every aspect of our services.