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The platform security processor tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussion of the dedicated security microcontroller built into modern CPUs and SoCs, including AMD's Platform Security Processor (PSP). Tagged content follows Linux kernel patch work aimed at enabling the AMD BC-250's PSP, a former cryptocurrency-mining board now being repurposed by enthusiasts. The coverage notes successful PSP initialization and a readable bootloader version, while making clear the three-patch series is submitted kernel work rather than confirmation that the changes have landed in a released distribution kernel. Expect hardware enablement, firmware and bootloader details, and cautious reporting on emerging platform security processor support.
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    Linux Kernel Patches Aim to Enable AMD BC-250 PSP

    New Linux kernel patches aim to enable the AMD BC-250’s Platform Security Processor (PSP), extending support for the former cryptocurrency-mining board now being repurposed by Linux enthusiasts. Phoronix reported the three-patch series on September 21; the September 19 submission documents...