31 Mar, 2025

AMD fixes bug that lets hackers load malicious microcode patches

​AMD has released mitigation and firmware updates to address a high-severity vulnerability that can be exploited to load malicious CPU microcode on unpatched devices. The security flaw (CVE-2024-56161) is caused by an improper signature verification weakness in AMD’s CPU ROM microcode patch loader. Attackers with local administrator privileges can exploit this weakness, resulting in the loss […]

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Flipper Zero releases Firmware 1.0 after three years of development

After three years of development, the Flipper Zero team has announced the release of the first major firmware version for the portable, customizable hacking device. Flipper Zero is a programmable device for pentesters that has faced controversy after users posted videos online showcasing illegal activities. Because of this, the gadged has been banned or restricted in some […]

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