[ad_1] Microsoft Corp. said fixes for security flaws present in most processors may significantly slow down certain servers and dent the performance of some personal computers, the software maker’s first assessment of a global problem that Intel Corp. initially downplayed. Microsoft’s statement suggests slowdowns could be more substantial than Intel previously indicated. While Intel Chief Executive…
[ad_1] TORONTO — Technology experts warn a “really, really serious” security vulnerability could affect the majority of computers made in the last decade, but a fix being rushed to users has a downside: it may slow down your machine. Tech news website the Register reported a glitch has been identified with Intel processing chips —…
[ad_1] This week’s highlights also include ASUS patching routers, audio driver bugs in some HP laptops and more. Double-header patches for Microsoft The night before its monthly Patch Tuesday, Microsoft pushed a patch for a critical zero-day exploit in its Malware Protection Engine that could allow an attacker to execute remote code and take control…
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