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Microsoft bug bounty program offers up to $250,000 for vulnerabilities like Meltdown and Spectre
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Microsoft has kicked off a new bug bounty programs for speculative execution side channel vulnerabilities.

Microsoft expands software and microcode fixes for Meltdown and Spectre
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
With March's Patch Tuesday updates, Microsoft has expanded coverage of its Meltdown and Spectre software fixes to more versions of Windows.

Microsoft now distributing Intel microcode updates to combat Meltdown and Spectre
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
In an update on its efforts to combat Spectre and Meltdown, Microsoft says it is now starting to distribute microcode updates from Intel.

Intel releases new Spectre fixes for Skylake, Kaby Lake, and Coffee Lake chips
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Intel's updated microcode intended to guard against Spectre is now available to its OEM partners.

New Surface Pro 3 firmware update brings Meltdown and Spectre protections
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
The Surface Pro 3 has joined its Surface brethren in getting an update to protect against Meltdown and Spectre.

Intel slapped with 32 class action lawsuits related to Meltdown and Spectre flaws
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Intel is currently facing dozens of lawsuits related to the recently disclosed Spectre and Meltdown CPU vulnerabilities.

Windows Analytics can now assess protection status for Meltdown and Spectre
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Microsoft's free Windows Analytics tool can now help IT administrators assess Meltdown and Spectre protections across their fleet.

Check if your PC has been patched against Meltdown and Spectre
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Check out this list to see if a Spectre patch is available or being worked on for your PC.
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