Spectre stories

Flaw discovered in Intel chips, allows attackers to steal cloud data
Thu, 16th Aug 2018
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A newly discovered flaw in Intel chips, dubbed Foreshadow, can lead attackers to access sensitive data from personal computers and cloud services.

Google Chrome launches new feature to block Spectre attacks
Tue, 17th Jul 2018
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Google Chrome's latest update brings 'site isolation' to prevent Spectre attacks, offering advanced protection by isolating each tab's process.

Interview: Diving Into the malware abyss with LogRhythm's Erika Noerenberg
Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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SecurityBrief talked with LogRhythm senior malware analyst Erika Noerenberg about vulnerability exploitation, malware, and the Internet of Things.

Intel aims to battle cyber security risks at a silicon level
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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In addressing the vulnerabilities reported by Google Project Zero, Intel and the technology industry have faced significant challenges.

Intel amplifies Bug Bounty rewards to attract more security researchers
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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Intel has boosted its Bug Bounty rewards to attract more researchers, with up to USD $250,000 available for side channel vulnerabilities in its products.

Gartner provides 7 steps for dealing with Spectre and Meltdown
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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No doubt you’ve heard of Spectre and Meltdown before, given security researchers are calling them ‘catastrophic’ - here's Gartner's advice.

ASUSTOR responds to Spectre & Meltdown with ADM update
Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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ASUSTOR is releasing updates to its ADM this week as part of its efforts to fix the Meltdown security vulnerabilities.

Intel releases Spectre & Meltdown patches for some Skylake processors
Mon, 12th Feb 2018
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Intel has rolled out patches for Spectre and Meltdown flaws in some Skylake processors, aiming to enhance data security amid previous update issues.

Intel's new processors promise to relieve space & power constraints in edge computing
Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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Intel unveils Xeon D-2100 processors, targeting space- and power-constrained edge computing and data centres, with enhanced security and 5G capabilities.

Meltdown and Spectre fallout: patching problems persist
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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Patching difficulties persist as the tech industry grapples with the fallout from Meltdown and Spectre, highlighting flaws in nearly all modern processors.

Intel CEO addresses Spectre and Meltdown bugs at CES keynote
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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Kraznich advised users to apply any updates from your operating system vendor and system manufacturer as soon as they become available.

Intel processor vulnerabilities: What you need to know about Meltdown and Spectre
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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Desktops, laptops, and smartphones running on vulnerable processors can be exposed to unauthorized access and information theft.

The new HP changes gear with world’s thinnest laptop introduction
Fri, 8th Apr 2016
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HP has produced a beautiful and sexy laptop, knocking the previous 'thinnest laptop' record out of the park with the all new Spectre.

Hands-on review: HP Spectre x360
Thu, 14th May 2015
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The in-demand Spectre has hit Kiwi shores, and we’re here to give you the inside track on what could be Hewlett-Packard’s return to the top.