The Silent Spectre: Why Chipmakers Rely on External Researchers to Uncover Vulnerabilities
Introduction
In the era of advanced technological innovations, it is alarming to discover that chip manufacturers, despite their expertise and resources, have been largely reactive in dealing with Spectre attacks. This article aims to highlight the unusual phenomenon of chipmakers relying on external researchers to discover and patch vulnerabilities in their products. It questions why the experts, who possess intimate knowledge of their chips, haven’t prioritized the proactive detection of these attacks.