The recent global IT outage caused by a faulty software update from CrowdStrike has led to widespread speculation and misinformation, particularly regarding the Las Vegas Sphere. During this incident on July 19, 2024, many systems experienced the infamous “Blue Screen of Death” (BSOD), a common error message displayed by Microsoft Windows when a system crashes. However, claims that the Las Vegas Sphere itself displayed this error message are unfounded and have been debunked.
The Incident
The outage, which affected businesses, airlines, and medical facilities worldwide, was attributed to a defect in a single content update for Windows hosts, as explained by CrowdStrike’s CEO George Kurtz. This incident highlighted the vulnerabilities of a highly digitized world reliant on a few service providers. While many users encountered BSOD errors on their devices, no credible evidence supports the idea that the Las Vegas Sphere exhibited a BSOD during this time.
The Viral Image
Following the outage, an image circulated on social media purporting to show the Sphere displaying a BSOD. This image, however, has been confirmed as digitally altered. Fact-checking organizations, including Snopes, utilized forensic analysis tools like FotoForensics to determine that the image had been manipulated. This analysis revealed discrepancies in the image’s error levels, indicating that parts had been added or modified to create the illusion of a BSOD on the Sphere.
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In summary, while the global Microsoft outage did lead to numerous BSODs on various systems, the claim that the Las Vegas Sphere displayed this error message is false. The viral image suggesting otherwise was proven to be a fabrication. As the incident continues to circulate in the media, it serves as a reminder of the importance of verifying information before sharing it, especially in an era where digital misinformation can spread rapidly.