Researchers at ETH Zurich identified a new Intel processor vulnerability, Branch Predictor Race Conditions (BPRC), allowing attackers to extract sensitive data from shared hardware. Affecting all Intel CPUs released in six years, BPRC exploits speculative execution, enabling unauthorized memory access at rapid rates. Existing patches are temporary; fundamental architectural changes are needed for true security improvements. Regular updates and monitoring are essential.
Malware Defense 101 – Identifying and Removing Modern Threats
Cybersecurity threats in 2025 have become more sophisticated, with malware leveraging AI, evasion tactics, and polymorphic code. Data-stealing malware dominates, increasing by 180% in 2024.
