MSI will offer BIOS updates for laptops with Intel 2th to the 8th gen Core CPU (Meltdown/Spectre)

ZMsiXone · Jan 19, 2018

great news for all people running (older) msi laptops (like me):

source: https://www.msi.com/news/detail/TWq...mS-TRcNTDwkVh6Ccg7ebShNuciwwaIBof11L0lHaOPQ~~

From Intel® 2nd Gen to 8th Gen Platform Should Use This Update
MSI is aware of the recent security issues which discovered by Google's Project Zero team and have been working closely with our partners to prepare the Meltdown and Spectre attack vulnerabilities mitigations for all our customers. Even normal user might not have any issue with daily works or gaming, but we still make all of our mobile products ready to update for any critical usage to prevent security or system issues.

All of the MSI Notebook, Vortex and VR One units which built with Intel 2th to the 8th generation Core Processor could use this update to prevent further issues. To get the protection for your notebook system, MSI strongly recommended getting the system BIOS (with the updated microcode) and the latest Windows Update patch updated. Also, keep an eye on our FAQ page to have the latest news.
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source:https://www.msi.com/faq/notebook-2963

System firmware update to get protection against the CPU speculative execution side-channel vulnerabilities (Intel SA-00088)

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To get the protection for your notebook system, MSI strongly recommended getting the system BIOS (with the updated microcode) and the latest Windows Update patch updated. Also, keep an eye on our FAQ page to have the latest news.

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2. Get the OS Security Updates.

Make sure to have the latest Windows 10 build (Windows 10 Version 1709, also known as Fall Creators Update) updated by following our FAQ_2410 and run Windows Update to get the patch "KB4056892" installed.

For Windows 7 and 8.1, please visit Microsoft site to get the KB number.

**Users who have the MSI pre-installed system, once the default Anti-Virus software is updated, the patch "KB4056892" will be installed automatically after running Windows Update. For users who have installed their own system and run with other 3rd party Anti-Virus software, the Anti-Virus software might need an update in order to work with the latest Windows update. If you didn't receive the latest Windows Update, we suggest contacting the Anti-Virus software vendor for further assistance.

Visit Microsoft page for further information.

3. Some application/programs such as browsers or graphics driver might also be needed an update, we suggest to contact the device vendor or keep an eye on their sites to get the latest version updated.

More information for the CPU speculative execution side-channel vulnerabilities, please visit Intel websites.
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ronjor · Jan 19, 2018

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zapjb · Jan 19, 2018

Good for MSI. Others should go as far & further.

ZMsiXone · Jan 19, 2018

...there is also a thread at the global MSI board (english) about latest Firmware/BIOS
updates for MSI gaming laptops: Meltdown and Spectre FW/BIOS update.

XIII · Jan 20, 2018

Wish they did it for all their motherboards as well...

ZMsiXone · Jan 20, 2018

^^
source (bleepingcomputer.com): List of Links: BIOS Updates for the Meltdown and Spectre Patches

Bleeping Computer users can use the links below to visit the download centers of their respective OEM provider and download BIOS/UEFI updates if their desktop, laptop, or notebook is using a vulnerable CPU and is listed as affected.
We'll try to keep the list up to date as much as possible. If your OEM vendor is not listed, or the download link goes 404 or is updated, don't hesitate to leave us a comment and we'll update the story as soon as possible.
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In the article above you can find a list with several motherboard manufacturers that provide BIOS updates. Also MSI is in this list:
MSI pushes out motherboard BIOS updates to tackle recent security vulnerabilities

MSI pushes out motherboard BIOS updates to tackle recent security vulnerabilities
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Type: Product News
Latest Update: Wed, 10 Jan 2018
MSI, one of the world leading motherboard developers, has been working swift on solutions ever since receiving a formal notice from Intel® stating that the current Intel® microcode version might be subject to recently identified security vulnerabilities.

To ensure any system powered by MSI Z370-series motherboards is operating securely, Intel® and MSI have been working around the clock to prepare updated microcode and release new BIOS updates, which will be available for download. More information from Intel® on the updated microcode can be found here.
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XIII · Jan 20, 2018

I should have italicized “all”...

Then again it might not be fair to expect an update for a 10 year old product, but besides this issue it is still running fine in my main PC...

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