The Wall Street Journal reports that Intel has a facility in Costa Rica where it stores legacy hardware for security research.
Intel’s issue reflects a wider concern: Legacy technology can introduce cybersecurity weaknesses. Tech makers constantly improve their products to take advantage of speed and power increases, but customers don’t always upgrade at the same pace. This creates a long tail of old products that remain in widespread use, vulnerable to attacks.
Check It Out: Intel Stockpiles Legacy Hardware for Security Research at Costa Rica Facility
