https://libreboot.org/amd-libre/
"Dear AMD, could you please release the Platform Security Processor (PSP)
source code to the Coreboot / Libreboot project? (or publicly) The current
perception of AMD (and Intel) among FOSS groups like this is not exactly,
stellar. https://www.coreboot.org/Binary_situation
https://libreboot.org/faq/#amd
While these people are a minority among tech users, it could be used to AMD's
advantage in a Public Image Perception against Intel. So please, take a
moment to consider releasing the source code of the PSP to FOSS groups.
Did I also mention sites like https://puri.sm/ exist to sell secure laptops
to people? They are not a fan of Intel Management Engine last I heard.
More Arguments:
1) Security Through Obscurity doesn't work. As mention by /u/Gusec At some
point in time, (somebody or some organization) will break this. It's not
going to help when you don't even know what attack vector they used. If the
source code is released, it is much more likely to be discovered and fixed.
2) There are Economic Incentives to do so Many Libre/coreboot users use old
technology that is second hand. Second hand buying= lost sales for AMD (And
Intel). If releasing the source code requires very little effort, and gains
you customers, then why not? Also realize these customers are likely to be
(repeat) customers due to their beliefs in technology, "Icing on the cake" as
one would say.
3) Advertising AMD is not Intel, they cannot afford to make Super Bowl ads
all the time. The same people who usually use coreboot/ Libreboot are usually
hardcore enthusiasts. These are usually people who work IT jobs, work in
large companies regarding computers (that require security). These people
will push Ryzen to other markets hard, and free too.
4) "When two strong armies meet, the braver one wins, when two brave armies
meet, the stronger one wins"-Unknown Considering that Ryzen is ~ Intel's Core
series, It's the small things like this that push the perception of a
company. Intel retracted its support for science fairs, capitalize on that
and make AMD look unique. Those same tech people that use Libre/Coreboot will
support you to the death if you continue to support FOSS. But what if ARM
does it first? What if Intel does it first? Well, you've lost a chance to
make yourself better at the cost of Intel.
5) Mindshare Intel has its Iconic logo, the catchy tune, and what people
refer to as "quality". AMD needs something other than just that, "That chip
maker" or "Faildozer". AMD can become "The company that supports Opensource".
For more information, see the Post Concerning this from around a week ago
EDIT: check out /u/Minkipunk's comment HERE for some more technical questions
relating to the PSP."
this is from a redditer go to the libreboot link to see why this redditer
made this post.
Essentially though it is a call to have amd release their source code.
