Cloud companies consider Intel rivals after security flaw revealed
San Francisco — Some of Intel’s data centre customers, whose thousands of computers run cloud networks, are exploring using microchips from the market leader’s rivals to build new infrastructure after the discovery of security flaws affecting most chips. Whether Intel sees a slew of defectors or is forced to offer discounts, the company could take a hit to one of its fastest growing business units. Intel chips back 98% of data centre operations, according to industry consultancy IDC. Security researchers last week disclosed flaws, dubbed Meltdown and Spectre, that could allow hackers to steal passwords or encryption keys on most types of computers, phones and cloud-based servers. Microsoft said on Tuesday the patches necessary to secure the threats could have a significant performance impact on servers. Intel will help customers find the best approach in terms of security, performance and compatibility, it said in a statement on Tuesday. "For many customers, the performance element ...
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