Computer chip ‘flaw’ sparks security debate amid scramble for fix

Intel said it was working with AMD and ARM Holdings and with the makers of computer operating software

WASHINGTON: A newly discovered vulnerability in computer chips raised concerns Jan 3 that hackers could access sensitive data on most modern systems, as technology firms sought to play down the security risks. 

Chip giant Intel issued a statement responding to a flurry of warnings surfacing after researchers discovered the security hole which could allow privately stored data in computers and networks to be leaked.