I just wanted to make the regulars here aware of another potential security
and privacy threat from Intel called vPro. The more people who avoid this
technology the better.
Most people probably know of Intel's Trusted Execution Technology which is
part of the "Trusted Computing" initiative. For those who don't know about it
read up on treacherous computing.
vPro is a component in modern Intel CPUs which enables a remote party to take
control of a users computer. Unlike with Intel's anti-theft technology vPro
does not need drivers or even an OS installed to work. It operates at a lower
level and the remote user can see, hear, access, and record everything. With
a GSM card your system doesn't even need to be "connected" to the Internet.
When looking at CPUs for your system or helping others I'd suggest checking
the documentation on Intel's web site. Eliminate CPUs that are listed as
having vPro support in addition to those which have Intel Trusted Execution
technology.
- [Trisquel-users] Privacy & Security Tech to Watchful... chris
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