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> Did you know that most modern Intel and AMD computers come with backdoors implanted by the NSA and other agencies? You do now, and it isn’t pretty. The mere
by hyperstar 5y ago
> Did you know that most modern Intel and AMD computers come with backdoors implanted by the NSA and other agencies? You do now, and it isn’t pretty.
The mere possibility that this is true should be enough for us to seek alternatives, but is there any evidence that it is actually the case? My impression was that the Intel Management Engine was a stupid idea but not intended to undermine security.
- TobTobXX 5y agoThere's this great talk from a CCC about reverse engeneering the PSP: Uncover, Understand, Own - Regaining Control Over Your AMD CPU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKH5nGLgi08 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKH5nGLgi08 At 47:10, they mention that they haven't found anything evil. Ofc, this isn't hard proof, but if I trust anyone's answer, then it's theirs. (Btw, watch the whole talk, it's nothing short of incredible.)