Lenovo ThinkPad E480
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LENOVO thinkpad E480
Category: Computer • Model / Gen: E Series (8th Generation Intel CPUs) ThinkPad E480 Release Date: 2018-03-17 • Status: End of sale Classification Date: 2024-10-30 • Official Website | |
Contents
Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Known hardware tampering | Rare | [1][2]🔗 Proof | The Lenovo ThinkPad E480 has a strong reputation for hardware integrity, with rare instances of tampering due to stringent quality controls. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Rare | [3][4]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 has some known vulnerabilities, but these are promptly addressed through regular firmware and software updates. |
| Prior attacks | Rare | [5][6]🔗 Proof | 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 | [7][8]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 receives frequent updates for BIOS, drivers, and security patches, ensuring it remains secure and up-to-date. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
2. System Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication with other systems | Full | [9][10]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 supports full authentication capabilities with other systems, including enterprise networks and cloud services. |
| Communications | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | [11][12]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 uses modern, up-to-date encryption standards for secure communications. |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | [13][14]🔗 Proof | Storage on the ThinkPad E480 can be encrypted using BitLocker or other modern encryption solutions to protect data. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
3. User Authentication
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account management | Full | [15][16]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 provides comprehensive account management features, including user provisioning and de-provisioning, password policies, and role-based access. |
| Authentication | Secure | [17][18]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 supports secure authentication methods, including fingerprint recognition and smart card readers. |
| Brute-force protection | Exist | [19][20]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 includes brute-force protection mechanisms to safeguard against unauthorized access attempts. |
| Event logging | Access event logged | [21][22]🔗 Proof | 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 | [23][24]🔗 Proof | The ThinkPad E480 enforces password changes after initial setup and includes complexity requirements to enhance security. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Operating System & App | Windows 10 Pro (Companion App: Lenovo Vantage) |
| Hardware (CPU / GPU) | CPU: Intel Core i5-8250U • GPU: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| Memory & Storage | Memory: 32GB DDR4 2400 MHz • Storage: 512GB PCIe SSD |
| Power, Battery & Charging | Battery: 45Wh • Power: 65W USB-C • Charging: Rapid Charge |
| Display & Camera | 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 & Connectivity | 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: |
| Physical (Dimensions & Mass) | Dimensions: 329mm x 242mm x 19.9mm • Mass: 1.75 kg |
