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A Review of Embedded Security Risks
By Patrick Schaumont

When you're secure, you're protected from loss or danger. Electronic security-the state of security for electronic systems-is essential for us because we rely so much on electronic embedded systems in everyday life. Embedded control units, RFID payment systems, wireless keys, cell phones, and intellectual-property firmware are just a few examples  where embedded security matters to us. System malfunctions or the malicious uses of such devices are guaranteed to harm us. Security requires stronger guarantees than reliability. When we implement a secure system, we're assuming an adversary with bad intentions. We're dealing with someone who's intentionally trying to cause harm. This article emphasizes attacks rather than solutions. The objective is to give you a sense of the issues. Read More
INDUSTRY NEWS

Texas Instruments launched the ADS54J60, which is the industry's first 16-bit 1-GSPS ADC and the first to achieve over 70 dBFS signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) at 1-GSPS. Texas instruments also announced the highest-density, four-channel, 14-bit 500-MSPS ADC, the ADS54J54. To optimize ... Continue reading →...»

 

Microchip Technology recently launched the 14-member dsPIC33EP "GS" family of digital signal controllers (DSCs).  The family delivers the performance needed to implement more sophisticated nonlinear, predictive and adaptive control algorithms at higher switching frequencies. The advanced algorithms enable energy-efficient power ... Continue reading →...»

 

Linear Technology recently announced the LT8616, a 42-V input capable, high-efficiency dual synchronous monolithic step-down switching regulator. Its dual channel design delivers independent 2.5- and 1.5-A continuous current to outputs as low as 0.8 V. A dual channel synchronous rectification topology ... Continue reading →...»

 

Vision Components recently announced the availability of its new intelligent camera series VC Z. The embedded systems offer real-time image processing suitable for demanding high-speed and line scan applications. All models are equipped with Xilinx's Zynq module, an ARM dual-core ... Continue reading →...»

 
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