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Should I use the Linux-libre kernel or no?
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Ok but Linux-libre does not solve the security risk. It just makes hardware not work. You might as well say that any kernel module is a security risk (be it Free or proprietary) and it's better to turn it off.
Also unlike the blobs which "can cause risks", Linux-libre causes risks. It removes proprietary microcode updates. So the outdated (also proprietary) microcode installed on your computer leaves you vulnerable to things like Spectre.
This is potentially not an issue if OP uses ARM for example but using Linux-libre for security reasons is a really bad joke.