Firmware Backdoor Discovered in Gigabyte Motherboards

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Firmware Backdoor Discovered in Gigabyte Motherboards, 250+ Models Affected

There are ways to protect yourself now and researchers are working to fix it.

www.tomshardware.com

271 models affected.
"Eclypsium has already shared its discoveries with Gigabyte, and the motherboard vendor is working on a solution to address the vulnerability. Ironically, the solution will likely arrive in updated firmware"
"Eclypsium recommends users disable the "APP Center Download & Install" feature inside the motherboard's firmware "

 

[TinTinSnowy]

Always disable any OEM tools that come with your device.

 

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"Eclypsium recommends users disable the "APP Center Download & Install" feature inside the motherboard's firmware "

Where is this setting exactly ? In the Bios ?

 

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Where is this setting exactly ? In the Bios ?

peripheral tab in the bios.