Blacksmith- Compromising Target Row Refresh by Rowhammering in the Frequency Domain

Explore a cutting-edge cybersecurity research presentation on the Blacksmith attack, which compromises Target Row Refresh through Rowhammering in the frequency domain. Delve into the innovative approach developed by researchers from ETH Zurich, Qualcomm Technologies Inc., and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Learn about existing mitigations, experimental findings, and the conditions for effective aggressor deployment. Discover the scalable solution proposed by the team and gain insights into pattern building techniques. Conclude with a comprehensive understanding of this novel attack method and its implications for DRAM security.