Lawrence’s List 061716
Summary
This article discusses Intel's Management Engine (ME) and Active Management Technology (AMT), which are hardware subsystems designed for out-of-band management. It implies potential security implications related to these features.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The article touches upon potential security concerns with Intel's Management Engine, which could be exploited by adversaries if not properly secured.
Defender Context
The Intel Management Engine (ME) and AMT have historically been areas of security research due to their privileged access and complex nature. Defenders should remain aware of potential vulnerabilities and ensure these features are configured securely or disabled if not needed.