There is a serious security flaw in billions of Intel CPUs that can let attackers steal confidential data like passwords and encryption keys. Firmware updates can fix it, but at a potential significant performance loss.

Oh no.

  • Arghblarg@lemmy.caEnglish
    15·
    2 years ago

    Good point. But I think performance is still a greater priority for those who make purchasing decisions, rather than basic security, and that’s the problem.

    • towerful@programming.devEnglish
      6·
      2 years ago

      Not at the enterprise level.
      Security means compliance, which means getting/keeping contracts and not getting sued.
      And they care more about performance-per-watt and density.