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What kind of attacks can hardware level memory encryption protect from?
Both AMD and Intel have introduced memory encryption at the hardware level. AMD calls this Secure Memory Encryption (SME), with the Intel version being Total Memory Encryption (TME).
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Intel firmware/microcode updates that make processors "immune" to both Spectre and Meltdown?
Recently Intel has claimed the following in a press release (emphasis added):
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 4, 2018 — Intel has developed and is rapidly issuing updates for all types of Intel-based ...
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How does the Intel CPU design flaw affect us? [closed]
Today, I saw this in the news. I'm hesitant to install the fix, because I've heard it would slow down IO 50%, which is not acceptable for me.
But a guy said that the flaw allows JavaScript in the ...