Article ID: 000057670 Content Type: Product Information & Documentation Last Reviewed: 10/29/2021

Is a Microcode Update Required to Protect a System 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors from Spectre and Meltdown Vulnerabilities?

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Summary

Information regarding the microcode update for the Spectre and Meltdown vulnerability in 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors

Description

Question about a microcode update required to protect a system 10th Gen Intel® Core™ from Spectre and Meltdown Vulnerability.

Resolution

No, an update is not required.  10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors were launched after the microcode updates for Spectre and Meltdown vulnerability were released.

The microcode for Spectre and Meltdown vulnerability were incorporated in 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors.