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AMD confirms processor security flaws after Asus patch slips out early
Asus mentioned an AMD microcode flaw in recent patch notes
The flaw was not yet publicized by the processor manufacturer
AMD has since confirmed the news
AMD has seemingly confirmed the existence of a microcode vulnerability which apparently spilled, unintentionally, from PC maker Asus.
Security researcher Tavis Ormandy recently spotted a BETA bios fix for a “microcode signature verification vulnerability” apparently plaguing Asus’ gaming motherboards, being mentioned in the company’s release notes.