Security News > 2019 > October > Microsoft debuts hardware-rooted security for foiling firmware attacks
2019-10-22 10:40
Microsoft partnered with mainstream chip and computer makers to deliver hardware protection of firmware right out of the box: the so-called Secured-core PCs are aimed at foiling attackers who rely on exploiting firmware vulnerabilities to surreptitiously gain access to computer systems. Firmware is an attractive target Attackers are always looking for new and easier ways to compromise target systems, as well as ways to keep that compromise concealed from the system owners for as long … More → The post Microsoft debuts hardware-rooted security for foiling firmware attacks appeared first on Help Net Security.
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