“Spectre” and “Meltdown” … Is the End Near?

You’ve probably seen or heard about “Spectre” and “Meltdown” in the news.  Do you need to worry? Absolutely YES! IF you don’t keep your web browsers, apps and devices up-to-date.

In a CNN tech article published Sunday, January 7, 2018, author Selena Larson @selenalarson presents it best…

“If you install your security updates, you will get new clever software features designed to protect your computer,” Tait said. “When your browser updates, it will prevent websites from attacking your processor and stealing your password.”

If you want to know more, this article (http://money.cnn.com/2018/01/07/technology/spectre-meltdown-hackers/index.html ) is totally worth the quick read.  

The Take Away:  Keep your web browsers, apps and devices up-to-date!