Meltdown and Spectre – Why you need to know about them
At the beginning of 2018 some new vulnerabilities, called Meltdown and Spectre were discovered which effect the majority of modern computer processors.
These vulnerabilities potentially allow programs to steal data that is currently being processed on the computer. This could be passwords, emails, photos or anything that is held within the memory of the device.
This doesn’t just affect personal computers, mobile devices and even hardware in datacentres are vulnerable.
The NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) provides advice and links to information to further assist.
For more information regarding the Meltdown and Spectre Vulnerabilities:
https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/meltdown-and-spectre-guidance