Microsoft Says Outdated Tech Most Likely Caused Delta’s Meltdown

Key Points

• Microsoft blames outdated IT infrastructure for Delta's five-day meltdown.
• Delta refutes these claims, stating it has invested billions in IT upgrades.
• Delta is exploring litigation against Microsoft and CrowdStrike for the disruptions.

Summary

Microsoft attributes Delta's five-day meltdown to outdated IT infrastructure and claims Delta ignored multiple offers of assistance. Both Microsoft and CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, have been implicated by Delta, which is facing significant financial losses and has hired legal representation to explore litigation. Delta asserts it has heavily invested in IT, refuting Microsoft's claims and pointing to CrowdStrike's involvement in the incident.