HP's Dynamic Security Under Fire Again: Lawsuits Mount Over Ink Cartridge Restrictions

HP is facing renewed backlash over its Dynamic Security feature in printers. This feature, which uses firmware updates to block non-HP ink cartridges, has led to numerous lawsuits and customer complaints. While HP now includes disclaimers on product pages and has previously paid settlements, a new class-action lawsuit alleges HP is using Dynamic Security to create a monopoly on the aftermarket for replacement cartridges. Recently, a firmware update even bricked some HP printers, further fueling negative sentiment.