MSI Data Breach Exposes Intel Boot Guard Keys: The Shocking Aftermath of the Money Message Hack

In March, a security breach allowed the leak of up to 1.5TB of MSI’s sensitive data, impacting other companies as well. Intel is now actively investigating a major data loss of Intel Boot Guard keys as a result of the breach. The extent of the damage is still unclear as investigations are underway. In the worst-case scenario, the security feature would end up useless on compromised devices and stands as a critical concern. Reportedly, the Money Message extortion gang targeted MSI and demanded a $4 million ransom, but the company refused to pay. The hacker clique began leaking the firmware … Continue reading MSI Data Breach Exposes Intel Boot Guard Keys: The Shocking Aftermath of the Money Message Hack