Topic: Ram Prices

Security Now episode 1061, recorded on January 20th, 2026, features discussions on the return of Ghost Poster, malicious browser extensions, and the impact of RAM pricing on PCs and enterprise networking equipment. Other topics include FTC actions against General Motors, Germany's planned internet surveillance legislation, Grubhub's extortion by Shiny Hunters, and the availability of six-day certificates from Let's Encrypt.

DRAM memory chip prices have surged by 60-70% since last year, with an additional 50% increase expected in Q1. This impacts not only PCs and smartphones but also high-end enterprise networking and firewall equipment from companies like Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, and Checkpoint, leading to thinner margins and higher product prices. AI companies are pre-purchasing most of this year's DRAM supply, and Micron has exited the consumer market to focus on AI and data centers.