Hardware Security Using Emerging Nonvolatile Memories

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The integration of emerging nonvolatile memories (eNVMs) has unlocked unprecedented opportunities for advancing memory technologies in various applications. However, as the rapid evolution of these cutting-edge memory technologies continues, so does the escalation of security threats, exposing critical vulnerabilities in hardware systems. In this context, we aim to comprehensively explore the multifaceted realm of hardware security within the domain of eNVMs. Beginning with a succinct overview of eNVMs, this chapter delves into the inherent security risks posed by these novel technologies. Unveiling the potential vectors for attacks, we discuss the diverse threats emanating from side-channel attacks, reverse engineering, and tampering. With the understanding that traditional security paradigms may prove inadequate, we analyze the shortcomings in the existing security mechanisms and emphasize the importance of developing robust defenses tailored to the unique characteristics of eNVMs and Selectors. In addressing the challenges, this chapter presents a comprehensive collection of state-of-the-art hardware security techniques, which encompass encryption, physically unclonable functions, and true random number generators. eNVM technologies like resistive random-access memory, and magnetic random-access memory offer improved resistance to physical attacks, lower power consumption, and faster encryption compared to traditional memory technologies. We discuss the utilization of these unique properties found in emerging devices to design robust hardware security primitives. To harness the potential of secure memory technologies, this chapter aims to provide valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and students seeking to fortify hardware systems against emerging threats in an increasingly interconnected world.

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