Recently, security researchers uncovered a significant vulnerability that impacts almost all AMD CPUs. This vulnerability, dubbed ‘Sinkclose’, allows attackers to access deep parts of the CPU, specifically the System Management Mode (SMM). With this access, attackers can modify SMM settings, even with existing protections in place. This type of exploit could enable attackers to install
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The latest figures from Mercury Research have revealed a troubling trend for Intel, as AMD continues to chip away at its market share in both desktop and laptop PCs, as well as servers. While Intel has seen an overall uptick in total x86 chip market share, this growth is overshadowed by AMD’s significant gains in
Intel’s upcoming 15th Gen (codename Arrow Lake) processors are stirring up excitement in the tech community, with speculations suggesting that these chips could revolutionize the industry. Rumors from Chinese tech blogger Little Pigeon indicate that these processors will boast significantly lower power consumption while maintaining high frequencies. This could be a game-changer for both desktop
As music enthusiasts, we are always on the lookout for unique and innovative instruments that can add a new dimension to our musical endeavors. One such instrument that has caught the attention of many is the EP-1320, referred to as the INSTRUMENTALIS ELECTRONICUM by some. This electronic instrument aims to bring back the essence of
The world of PC hardware is a constantly evolving one, with new plans and products emerging all the time. Recently, there have been rumors circulating about two upcoming graphics cards from AMD: the Radeon RX 7400 and RX 7300. These cards, if they materialize, would be a welcome addition to the market, especially for those
Intel has recently announced that it will be extending warranty support for boxed Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen desktop processors due to crashing issues affecting its Raptor Lake and Raptor Lake Refresh CPUs. This is a way for the company to minimize the fallout from the ongoing instability problems faced by users. The warranty
The sales of AMD’s new AI chips, particularly the Instinct MI300 AI GPUs, have seen a significant increase in the second quarter of this year. The company managed to sell around $1 billion worth of these AI GPUs, which is a substantial improvement compared to the same period last year when sales were close to
Intel, one of the leading chip companies, has announced its decision to cut down 15,000 jobs, which accounts for 15% of its total workforce. This move is part of Intel’s plan to save $10 billion by 2025, as the company has reported no profits in the last three months. The CEO, Pat Gelsinger, expressed the
The full recommended system requirements for the PC build of Star Wars Outlaws have been revealed, and they are quite intriguing. Ubisoft has made assumptions about upscaling across all of its performance tiers, from the “Minimum” to the “Ultra” settings. This means that regardless of the tier you choose to play the game on, upscaling
A law firm is currently looking into the possibility of filing a class action lawsuit against Intel due to the ongoing instability issues plaguing the 13th and 14th Generation CPUs. Abington Cole + Ellery has set up a webpage to gather information from individuals who have been affected by these problems, prompting discussions on the