Following user outcry, AMD reinstates memory encryption in consumer CPUs
AMD plans to restore TSME memory encryption to Ryzen 9000 processors following significant user feedback.
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AMD has announced the reinstatement of Transparent Secure Memory Encryption (TSME) on consumer Ryzen CPUs. This reversal follows the feature's recent removal in newer AGESA firmware, which had previously limited the encryption capabilities for consumer users.
Coverage from OC3D, Wccftech, TechPowerUp, Tom's Hardware, and Ars Technica highlights that the restoration will be facilitated through a forthcoming BIOS update. Reports note that the initial removal of the security feature, which left users potentially vulnerable, was met with intense user outcry and inquiries that went unanswered by AMD engineers.
Future reports will track the release of the promised BIOS update and the verification of TSME functionality across the Ryzen 9000 CPU lineup. Coverage does not yet specify a release date for the firmware.
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Quick answers
What feature is AMD restoring?
AMD is restoring Transparent Secure Memory Encryption (TSME) to its consumer Ryzen processors.
How will the feature be reinstated?
The feature will be restored via a new BIOS update.
Why was the feature initially removed?
Coverage does not specify the reason for the initial removal, though it notes that the change occurred in newer AGESA firmware.
Coverage (5)
- AMD to restore TSME support to Ryzen 9000 CPUs after backlash OC3D · 4h ago
- AMD Reverses Course On Removing TSME From Ryzen Chips; Will Reinstate The Feature Through A New BIOS Update Wccftech · 4h ago
- AMD to Restore TSME (Memory Encryption) on Consumer Ryzen Processors After Backlash TechPowerUp · 4h ago
- AMD silently removes memory encryption from consumer Ryzen CPUs, leaving users unaware that they may be vulnerable — security feature vanishes after newer AGESA firmware, AMD engineers go radio silent when pressed about the change Tom's Hardware · 4h ago
- Following user outcry, AMD reinstates memory encryption in consumer CPUs Ars Technica · 4h ago
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