https://www.techpowerup.com/238514/i...-runs-on-minix
With the transition to multi-core processors, and multi-core processors with integrated core-logic (chipset), the need arose for a low-level SoC embedded into the processor with just enough compute power to make sure all the components you pay for start-up and function as advertised. Enter the Intel ME (management engine). This is a full-fledged computer within your Intel processor, which isn't exposed to you. It runs on its very own tiny x86 CPU core that isn't exposed, and its software is driven on an infinitesimally small ROM and RAM. Since you can't have software without some sort of operating-system, Intel chose MINIX for the job.
Google wants to remove MINIX from its internal servers
According to Google, which is actively working to remove Intel?s Management Engine (MINIX) from their internal servers (for obvious security reasons), the following features exist within Ring -3:
-Full networking stack
-File systems
-Many drivers (including USB, networking, etc.)
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A web server
That?s right. A web server. Your CPU has a secret web server that you are not allowed to access, and, apparently, Intel does not want you to know about.
