AMD has begun releasing updates to patch some - but not all - chips affected by the recently discovered 'Sinkclose' security flaw. The Ryzen 1000, 2000, and 3000 series along with the Threadripper 1000 and 2000 won't receive updates as they are considered 'older products that are outside our software support window.'
Newer models and all of AMD's embedded processors have received or will receive the patch for the Sinkclose flaw. While the vulnerability poses more risk for governments or large entities, exploiting it would require significant access to a specific system.
The Sinkclose flaw could allow hackers to run code in the chips' heavily guarded System Management Mode, potentially leading to disastrous outcomes if exploited. Although the average user may not be at immediate risk, the severity of the vulnerability remains a concern.
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