Intel, Microsoft to use GPU to scan memory for malware
The company is also using its processors’ performance monitoring to detect malicious code. Continue reading Intel, Microsoft to use GPU to scan memory for malware
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AMD systems gain Spectre protection with latest Windows fixes
Systems will still need updated firmware to get the latest microcode, however. Continue reading AMD systems gain Spectre protection with latest Windows fixes
Practical passwordless authentication comes a step closer with WebAuthn
Microsoft, Mozilla, and Google are all implementing the new standard. Continue reading Practical passwordless authentication comes a step closer with WebAuthn
Intel drops plans to develop Spectre microcode for ancient chips
Company claims it’s too hard, and few systems have exposure to attack. Continue reading Intel drops plans to develop Spectre microcode for ancient chips
Google bans cryptomining Chrome extensions because they refuse to play by the rules
Google continues to try to keep its browser running smoothly in spite of others’ efforts. Continue reading Google bans cryptomining Chrome extensions because they refuse to play by the rules
As predicted, more branch prediction processor attacks are discovered
New attack focuses on a different part of the branch prediction system. Continue reading As predicted, more branch prediction processor attacks are discovered
AMD promises firmware fixes for security processor bugs
All bugs require administrative access to exploit. Continue reading AMD promises firmware fixes for security processor bugs
Intel outlines plans for Meltdown and Spectre fixes, microcode for older chips
Microcodes for Sandy Bridge and newer are now available. Continue reading Intel outlines plans for Meltdown and Spectre fixes, microcode for older chips
Patch Tuesday drops the mandatory antivirus requirement after all
Today’s patches also include an annoying-looking remote code execution bug. Continue reading Patch Tuesday drops the mandatory antivirus requirement after all
Intel’s latest set of Spectre microcode fixes is coming to a Windows update
Windows users will no longer be beholden to their motherboard makers. Continue reading Intel’s latest set of Spectre microcode fixes is coming to a Windows update