Spectre Strikes Back: New V2 Exploit Haunts Linux on Intel CPUs

Linux users, brace yourselves: the “first native Spectre v2 exploit” is on the prowl, targeting modern Intel brains. This tech goblin can peek into privileged memory—a real nosy Parker. Intel’s got the who’s-who list, so peek if you dare! #SpectreV2Flaw

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Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the cyber waters, Spectre rises from the deep like a silicon-based boogeyman! The cyber-savvy squad at VU Amsterdam have uncovered a new twist on a classic hit: Spectre V2. It's like a remix, except instead of dropping beats, it's dropping your system's guard. Linux users, brace yourselves; your kernel's about to get a workout, and not the good kind. Time to update your cybersecurity workout routine, folks!

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