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The Memory of a Meltdown

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Overview

Dive into the world of hardware vulnerabilities with this 25-minute conference talk from Security BSides San Francisco. Explore the intricacies of Spectre and Meltdown, two critical security flaws that allow hackers to access memory beyond their permission levels. Learn how these vulnerabilities differ from typical software bugs and why they pose unique challenges for patching. Watch as the speakers demonstrate hands-on examples of how these exploits work, including a proof-of-concept demonstration. Gain valuable insights into the complexities of memory-based attacks and their potential impact on system security.

Syllabus

BSidesSF 2018 - The Memory of a Meltdown (Shane Cota • Chris Magistrado)

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Security BSides San Francisco

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