Lenovo ThinkPad E480

Classification

Lenovo ThinkPad E480
Classification
Grade	A
Calculator version	1
Classification date	2024-10-30
Information
Name	LENOVO thinkpad E480
Brand by Parent	Lenovo by Lenovo
Generation	E Series (8th Generation Intel CPUs)
Model(s)	ThinkPad E480
Release date	2018-03-17
Type/Category	Laptop
Website	[1]
Status	End of sale
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Dimensions	329mm x 242mm x 19.9mm
Mass	1.75 kg
Operating system	Windows 10 Pro
Companion App	Lenovo Vantage
CPU	Intel Core i5-8250U
GPU	Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory	32GB DDR4 2400 MHz
Storage	512GB PCIe SSD
Battery	45Wh
Power	65W USB-C
Charging	Rapid Charge
Display	14-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-glare IPS
Camera	720p HD webcam with ThinkShutter privacy cover URL(s) Proof: Lenovo ThinkPad E480 Camera
Sound	Stereo speakers with Dolby Advanced Audio URL(s) Proof: Lenovo ThinkPad E480 Audio
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2x2) Bluetooth 4.1 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A USB 2.0 Type-A HDMI 1.4b MicroSD card reader 3.5mm audio combo jack URL(s) Proof:

Device
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Known hardware tampering	Rare	[2][3][4]	The Lenovo ThinkPad E480 has a strong reputation for hardware integrity, with rare instances of tampering due to stringent quality controls.
Known vulnerabilities	Rare	[5][6][7]	The ThinkPad E480 has some known vulnerabilities, but these are promptly addressed through regular firmware and software updates.
Prior attacks	Rare	[8][9][10]	There have been occasional security incidents involving the ThinkPad E series, but these are not common and are typically mitigated by immediate updates.
Updatability	Very common	[11][12][13]	The ThinkPad E480 receives frequent updates for BIOS, drivers, and security patches, ensuring it remains secure and up-to-date.
Category score	2

System
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Authentication with other systems	Full	[14][15][16]	The ThinkPad E480 supports full authentication capabilities with other systems, including enterprise networks and cloud services.
Communications	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	[17][18][19]	The ThinkPad E480 uses modern, up-to-date encryption standards for secure communications.
Storage	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	[20][21][22]	Storage on the ThinkPad E480 can be encrypted using BitLocker or other modern encryption solutions to protect data.
Category score	1

User Authentication
Criterion	Value	Proof(s)	Comment
Account management	Full	[23][24][25]	The ThinkPad E480 provides comprehensive account management features, including user provisioning and de-provisioning, password policies, and role-based access.
Authentication	Secure	[26][27][28]	The ThinkPad E480 supports secure authentication methods, including fingerprint recognition and smart card readers.
Brute-force protection	Exist	[29][30][31]	The ThinkPad E480 includes brute-force protection mechanisms to safeguard against unauthorized access attempts.
Event logging	Access event logged	[32][33][34]	The system logs access events and other critical activities, which can be reviewed for security auditing and compliance.
Passwords	Require change after setup with complexity requirements	[35][36][37]	The ThinkPad E480 enforces password changes after initial setup and includes complexity requirements to enhance security.
Category score	1

Grade	A