ARMageddon - How Your Smartphone CPU Breaks Software-Level Security and Privacy

Explore a 40-minute Black Hat conference talk that delves into the critical security vulnerabilities of smartphone CPUs. Discover how these vulnerabilities can compromise software-level security and privacy, potentially exposing sensitive information without requiring permissions or privileges. Learn about the implications for personal data, financial security, and identity protection as the speaker examines cache hierarchies, eviction rates, and strategies. Gain insights into the challenges posed by modern mobile devices and understand the potential risks associated with their widespread use for sensitive operations like digital signatures and bank transfers.