

- #Critical updates on laptop install#
- #Critical updates on laptop serial#
- #Critical updates on laptop drivers#
#Critical updates on laptop install#
In that case you should install the update asap. They usually mean that Lenovo or a software developer partner discovered a vulnerability in the software or firmware provided with your computer, and has issued a security update to patch that vulnerability. Sometimes though, a security update is included, and those are really more critical. If you’re not experiencing a problem, you can defer the update. I should say that if your system is running normally, it’s less-than-critical that you install those updates, they are often meant to fix problems. Once you have the update program running, you can see all the available updates and make choices as to which you will install, they won’t install without your approval. Since the popup is tied to the software program, it won’t provide you with a link other than that button.

It will start by presenting you with a list of all the updates that the software has determined that you need, segregated into critical, recommended and optional categories. The popup you got has a Yes button which, if clicked, will open the Lenovo System Update program. The goal is to keep your computer up-to-date, fix bugs and keep your system operating smoothly. This is similar to the Windows Update feature built into every version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. All Lenovo computers come with Lenovo System Update, an app that’s provided to give you updates to the pre-installed Lenovo apps, and firmware updates for the devices built into your computer.

Short answer: go ahead and click Yes and then install all available Lenovo updates. But it is persistent – how can I determine if I need to do this? I have not downloaded any Lenovo updates since I got the laptop (new). I keep ignoring b/c it doesn’t give me a link to find out what the updates are. Tap the download icon if the firmware matches the file from the table.I keep getting a pop up notice that says I have critical Lenovo updates. Compare the minimum fix version for your product from the applicable product table below with the latest version posted on the support site.
#Critical updates on laptop drivers#
Click Drivers & Software on the left menu panel.Once you have your product selected, take the following steps to download and install updates: You can also choose Browse Product to select your computer from the catalog.
#Critical updates on laptop serial#
Go to /us/en/ and select Detect Product to download and install the Lenovo Service Bridge to automatically detect your product’s serial number. Go to Lenovo’s security advisory for the full list. The list of vulnerable laptops includes ones under the IdeaPad, Legion, V15, Yoga and other lines. 17 and published the security advisory on April 18, 2022. Lenovo confirmed the vulnerabilities on Nov. ESET discovered the third vulnerability, CVE-2021-3970, may allow an attacker with local access and elevated privileges to execute arbitrary code.ĮSET reported the vulnerabilities to Lenovo on Oct.
