Avoiding Claims Under The Computer Fraud And Abuse Act In Connection With Software And Firmware Updates
By EsqSocial Corporation 21/10/20
A recent ruling in Parziale v. HP, Inc., arising out of the implementation by Hewlett-Packard (“HP”) of a remote firmware update on many models of the company’s printers, highlights the potentially broad application of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (“CFAA”). It also serves as a reminder to technology companies that when distributing software and firmware updates, they must be mindful of providing specific advance notice that such updates may impact product or computer performance......
By: Morrison & Foerster LLP - Social Media