AMD is reinstating TSME—total system memory encryption—on its upcoming Ryzen nine-thousand CPUs. The security feature protects system memory against certain attacks and was initially absent from the design. According to Tom's Hardware, the feature will return in July via BIOS update, following community feedback. The decision reflects growing demand for hardware-level security protections among PC enthusiasts and power users.

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