Security experts find new side-channel attack (Indirector) exploiting Intel's Indirect Branch Predictor and Branch Target Buffer, affecting Raptor Lake and Alder Lake processors.

Security experts have discovered a new side-channel attack called Indirector that can exploit vulnerabilities in Intel's Indirect Branch Predictor and Branch Target Buffer components, affecting Raptor Lake and Alder Lake processors. The attack, similar to Spectre, could potentially leak sensitive data if devices are not secured. Intel has stated that existing mitigation advice addresses these issues.