In September 2025, Microsoft addressed 84 vulnerabilities, including two publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities and eight deemed critical in its Patch Tuesday update. Concurrently, CrowdStrike was recognized as a leader in several cybersecurity categories, including the Forrester Wave for Managed Detection and Response Services in Europe and the IDC MarketScape for Exposure Management. The company has also made significant strides in advancing cybersecurity measures, such as enhancing machine learning models to combat evasive malware and defending against the increasing attack surface at machine speed. Additionally, CrowdStrike has focused on improving cloud security and identity protection, reflecting its commitment to adapting to the rapidly evolving threat landscape.