Dell XPS 13 9360

Dell XPS 13 9360
Security Grade C Calculator v	Dell XPS 13 9360 Brand: Dell (Parent: Dell Technologies Inc.) Category: Computer • Model / Gen: XPS 13 series XPS 13 9360 Release Date: 2016-10-01 • Status: End of sale Classification Date: • Official Website

Security Evaluation

1. Device Security

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Known hardware tampering	Rare	🔗 Proof	No model-specific evidence of widespread hardware tampering has been established in the sources reviewed. This does not guarantee resistance to physical attacks.
Known vulnerabilities	Very common	🔗 Proof	Dell released BIOS updates for the XPS 13 9360 that addressed Intel security advisories. This confirms that security vulnerabilities have affected components used by the model. The rating is a conservative assessment, not a measured count of vulnerabilities.
Prior attacks	Rare	🔗 Proof	No reliable model-specific evidence of widespread attacks targeting the XPS 13 9360 has been established in the sources reviewed. This does not prove that attacks have never occurred.
Updatability	Rare	🔗 Proof	Dell published BIOS and driver updates for this model, but the latest available firmware and operating-system support are limited by the device's age. Windows 10 has also reached the end of standard support.
Category Score	Score: 3 / 3

2. System Security

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Authentication with other systems	Partial	🔗 Proof	Windows supports authentication with online accounts, network services, and enterprise identity systems. The available methods depend on the operating system, account type, and configuration.
Communications	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	🔗 Proof	Windows supports encrypted communication protocols such as TLS. Actual protection depends on the negotiated protocol, application, and server configuration. An unsupported operating system may not receive future security improvements.
Storage	Encrypted with up-to-date encryption	🔗 Proof	Windows supports BitLocker drive encryption on eligible editions and configurations. Encryption must be available and enabled on the actual device; it should not be assumed to be enabled on every XPS 13 9360.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

3. User Authentication

Criterion	Value	Proof	Comment
Account management	Basic	🔗 Proof	Windows provides local and Microsoft account management, including password and sign-in settings. Available features depend on the operating system and account configuration.
Authentication	Secure	🔗 Proof	Windows supports password, PIN, and Windows Hello authentication. Fingerprint authentication is available only on configurations equipped with a compatible fingerprint reader.
Brute-force protection	Exist	🔗 Proof	Windows provides account-lockout policies that can limit repeated unsuccessful password attempts. Effective protection depends on the account type and configured policy.
Event logging	Partial logging	🔗 Proof	Windows records system and security events through Event Viewer and related logging services. The detail and retention of records depend on auditing settings and system configuration.
Passwords	Default/Common/Easy to guess	🔗 Proof	Windows does not universally require a password change after initial setup. Users may select weak passwords unless suitable complexity requirements and other security policies are configured.
Category Score	Score: 2 / 3

Technical Specifications

Property	Details
Operating System & App	Originally supplied with Windows 10 or Ubuntu, depending on configuration. (Companion App: Dell SupportAssist; availability depends on the installed operating system.)
Hardware (CPU / GPU)	CPU: Intel Core i7-7500U, 7th-generation dual-core processor, up to 3.5 GHz • GPU: Intel HD Graphics 620 integrated graphics
Memory & Storage	Memory: 8 GB DDR4 • Storage: 256 GB SSD
Power, Battery & Charging	Battery: Built-in 60 Wh lithium-polymer battery • Power: External AC power adapter • Charging: Dell AC adapter; the exact wattage depends on the configuration and supplied adapter
Display & Camera	Display: 13.3-inch QHD+ InfinityEdge display, 3200 × 1800 pixels, 60 Hz • Camera: Built-in 720p webcam
Sound & Connectivity	Sound: Stereo speakers, built-in microphones, and headset combo jack • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C), two USB 3.0 ports, and an SD card reader
Physical (Dimensions & Mass)	Dimensions: 304.16 × 200.25 × 8.95–15.35 mm • Mass: 1.22 kg (non-touchscreen)

This assessment covers the Dell XPS 13 9360 laptop, using an example configuration with an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 8 GB of RAM, a 256 GB SSD, and a 13.3-inch QHD+ display. Hardware specifications are based on Dell's official documentation and supporting technical references. The security assessment considers firmware maintenance, operating-system support, communications encryption, data protection, authentication, and event logging. Dell has published BIOS updates addressing Intel security advisories for this model. Windows 10 reached the end of standard support on October 14, 2025, which increases security risks if the laptop continues to run an unsupported installation without applicable extended security updates. The actual security level depends on the installed operating system, BIOS version, account settings, encryption configuration, and security policies.