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Lenovo Caught (3rd Time) Pre-Installing Spyware on its Laptops
Lenovo has once again been caught installing spyware on its laptops and workstations without the user's permission or knowledge. One of the most popular computer manufacturers is being criticized for selling some refurbished laptop models pre-installed with invasive marketing software that sends...
Lenovo Caught Using Rootkit to Secretly Install Unremovable Software
Two years ago Chinese firm Lenovo got banned from supplying equipment for networks of the intelligence and defense services various countries due to hacking and spying concerns. Earlier this year, Lenovo was caught red-handed for selling laptops pre-installed with Superfish malware. One of the mo...
Lenovo Shipping PCs with Pre-Installed 'Superfish Malware' that Kills HTTPS
One of the most popular computer manufacturers Lenovo is being criticized for selling laptops pre-installed with invasive marketing software, or malware that, experts say, opens up a door for hackers and cyber crooks. The software, dubbed ‘Superfish Malware’, analyzes users’ Internet habits and...