ASUS beta BIOS updates restore Ryzen 9000 memory encryption ahead of AMD’s July timeline — TSME returns to select AM5 boards after silent backlash over removal
ASUS has released beta BIOS updates for several X870, B850, and X670 AM5 motherboards, restoring Transparent Secure Memory Encryption support for non-Pro Ryzen 9000 CPUs.
The issue involves a recent removal of a security feature by AMD for its new CPU generation, and market pressure from motherboard manufacturers like ASUS is leading to a quick restoration before the official launch.
A strategic reader should care about the responsiveness of vendors to security concerns, as this reflects on the maturity and reliability of new computing platforms, especially concerning data integrity and compliance.
ASUS is proactively re-enabling a key security feature, Transparent Secure Memory Encryption (TSME), on its AM5 motherboards for non-Pro Ryzen 9000 CPUs, reversing a previous decision that created a security disparity.
- · ASUS
- · Ryzen 9000 users
- · AMD (via reputation restoration)
- · None
Immediate restoration of a security feature for consumers and enterprise users of updated AM5 motherboards and Ryzen 9000 CPUs.
Increased scrutiny on AMD's security feature roadmaps and communication with partners regarding feature availability on new platforms.
Potential for AMD to more widely enable advanced security features on all tiers of CPUs by default, driven by consumer and OEM demand.
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