Eclypsium researchers have discovered UEFI shells, authorized via Secure Boot, on Framework laptops. The UEFI shells contain capabilities that allow attackers to bypass Secure Boot on roughly 200,000 affected Framework laptops and desktops.
Thanks for taking the time for the clarification! I’m sure this would clear it up for some other folks as well.
I also know they’re a fraction of the size of those giants who can probably field staff specifically for FOSS contribution, but that’s still a bit disheartening. I hope things improve.
Every time they’ve seemed like a good option I find myself balking at the price though lol.
my last linux rig died and i had to buy a new one and system76 price tag made me go with ordinary windows laptop and putting linux on it.
i’m currently getting reminded of how much headache buying a from a linux-first company alleviates too; it’s taken me over a week to setup an encrypted installation to dual boot with windows. lol
Ah I see what you’re saying.
Thanks for taking the time for the clarification! I’m sure this would clear it up for some other folks as well.
I also know they’re a fraction of the size of those giants who can probably field staff specifically for FOSS contribution, but that’s still a bit disheartening. I hope things improve.
Every time they’ve seemed like a good option I find myself balking at the price though lol.
my last linux rig died and i had to buy a new one and system76 price tag made me go with ordinary windows laptop and putting linux on it.
i’m currently getting reminded of how much headache buying a from a linux-first company alleviates too; it’s taken me over a week to setup an encrypted installation to dual boot with windows. lol