Adware
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New Microsoft adware rule could prevent another ‘Superfish’ security scareMicrosoft is stepping up security for Windows users with new adware rules that will detect and remove insecure adware software from Windows PCs as of 2016.ConsumerDec 22, 2015
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Controversial startup Superfish switching to new business model after Lenovo scandalControversial startup Superfish says it's shutting down operations after it was blamed earlier this year for turning unwitting computer users into targets for annoying web ads - and hackers.TechMay 29, 2015
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Lenovo acknowledges Superfish security concerns; offers tool to remove softwareLenovo released a tool to help customers remove potentially malicious software called “Superfish” from laptops after security concerns were raised last week.ConsumerFeb 23, 2015
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Lenovo under fire for pre-installing ‘malicious’ adware on laptopsLenovo, the world’s largest PC maker, is facing scrutiny for pre-installing adware on laptops that experts say leaves users vulnerable to security threats.ConsumerFeb 19, 2015
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