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Semtech’s new AVX chipset offers enhanced performance for AV extension applications
2020-01-13 03:00

Semtech, a leading supplier of high performance analog and mixed signal semiconductors and advanced algorithms, recently launched the AVX chipset for multimedia connectivity over both copper category cabling and optical fiber. The AVX200T flagship part offers unprecedented levels of performance for AV extension applications, such as standalone point-to-point cable extenders, matrix switches and KVM extension.

The NetCAT is out of the bag: Intel chipset exploited to sniff SSH passwords as they're typed over the network
2019-09-10 17:00

Chipzilla downplays cunning data-snooping side-channel technique Video It is possible to discern someone's SSH password as they type it into a terminal over the network, say infosec gurus who have...

Bug in NVIDIA’s Tegra Chipset Opens Door to Malicious Code Execution
2019-07-19 18:42

Researcher creates 'Selfblow' proof-of-concept attack for exploiting a vulnerability that exists in "every single Tegra device released so far".

AI-optimized chipsets entering a new era as they become more specialized
2019-05-10 04:30

The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) for practical business applications has introduced a number of uncertainties and risk factors across virtually every industry, but one fact is...

Bug in widespread Wi-Fi chipset firmware can lead to zero-click code execution
2019-01-21 12:49

A vulnerability in the firmware of a Wi-Fi chipset that is widely used in laptops, streaming, gaming and a variety of “smart” devices can be exploited to compromise them without user interaction....

Analysts confirm half a billion Zigbee chipsets sold, igniting IoT innovation
2018-08-08 07:00

The Zigbee Alliance announced that findings from market research firm ON World project a favorable market for connected devices leveraging Zigbee Alliance technologies over the next five years. ON...

Leaky radio devices broadcast chipset data, discover researchers
2018-07-31 11:59

Researchers at EURECOM S3 Group found that they can extract crypto keys from a set of run-of-the-mill communications chips just by listening to the noise it makes.

Vulnerability in NVIDIA Tegra Chipsets Allows for Code Execution
2018-04-24 14:38

A vulnerability in NVIDIA's Tegra chipsets allows for the execution of custom code on locked-down devices, security researcher Kate Temkin reveals. read more

Unpatchable flaw found in Nvidia Tegra chipsets. Perfect for hacking Nintendo Switches, BTW
2018-04-23 21:17

Researcher reveals demo USB attack code, full release in June Security researcher Kate Temkin has released proof-of-concept code to launch an exploit chain called Fusée Gelée, which relies on an...

Chipmaker AMD Confirms 13 Chipset Flaws, Preps Fixes
2018-03-21 17:03

Firmware Updates Coming for Embedded Security Control ProcessorMultinational semiconductor maker Advanced Micro Devices has confirmed that there are 13 flaws in some of its chipsets that could be...