To some, Internet of Things (IoT) is about connected devices likes fridges, home appliances, self-driving cars, etc. However, one IoT device has been in operation for years, and is overlooked by businesses in terms of cybersecurity the Office Multifunction Printer (MFP).
MFPs are connected devices, and can be an entry point into your network for cybercriminals, unless they are secured properly.
There are five ways that MFPs pose a security risk within a business:
- Out of date MFP software can provide unauthorised access to MFPs and through it to your IT network.
- MFPs can be infiltrated for distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
- Unauthorised access to MFP can be used to reconfigure the device with outcomes such as scanned documents being emailed to cybercriminals
- Unclaimed printouts may be left on the printer tray, posing an information security risk because unauthorised users can simply pick up the pages.
- Malicious actors can exfiltrate information by accessing the data and documents being sent to and from the MFP, including scans, photocopies, and emails.
So for a business with good cyber security practices in place, overlooking the MFP can still lead to security breach.
We at Docusoft Konica Minolta can help you reduce the risk
- Supply encrypted storage drive
- Automate file deletion
- Automate the configuration of the machine for optimal security
- Provide password protection
- Offer virus or malware detection that can run on your MFP
- Run correct firmware versions
- At End of Life, certify to delete or wipe storage devices
Contact us us to get help in securing MFP’s against any cyber security threats.
