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MIT Researchers Expose TONTOU Attack Bypassing Spectre Defenses on Intel, AMD CPUs
MIT researchers have uncovered a clever new attack, dubbed TONTOU, that can bypass Spectre defenses on Intel and AMD CPUs, revealing a practical exploit on AMD Zen 2. This innovative technique, presented at DEF CON 34, challenges current security assumptions and opens up new avenues for exploration.
MIT Bolsters Surveillance with $3 Million AI Camera Network
MIT is investing over $3 million in a cutting-edge AI camera network, rolling out more than 500 smart cameras across its campus, including academic buildings, residence halls, and outdoor spaces, to bolster safety and surveillance. The installation, which kicked off in November 2025, is expected to be completed by September 2026.
Researchers Expose Lethal Flaw in AI Model Security
Researchers have uncovered a shocking vulnerability in AI model security, revealing that a simple formatting trick used to separate system instructions from user requests has become a critical weakness. This flaw, known as role confusion, threatens the very foundation of modern AI systems.