Enterprise Printer Security: Protecting Your Business from Cyber Threats

Enterprise printers are essential for business operations but often serve as overlooked entry points for cyberattacks. Hackers can exploit unsecured printers to access sensitive data, disrupt workflows, or even launch network-wide attacks. Weak passwords, outdated firmware, and open network ports increase these risks. Organizations must implement strong authentication, enable encryption, update firmware regularly, and monitor printer activity for suspicious behavior. By prioritizing printer security, businesses can prevent data breaches, enhance compliance, and safeguard critical information from cyber threats.

Xerox printer vulnerabilities

Critical Xerox Printer Vulnerabilities Expose Windows Active Directory Credentials

Ravi Jain
Critical security flaws have been discovered in Xerox VersaLink C7025 Multifunction Printers. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2024-12510 and CVE-2024-12511, allow attackers to intercept Windows Active Directory credentials. Exploitation involves manipulating LDAP configurations or the user address book to redirect authentication data. Xerox has released a patch (Service Pack 57.75.53) to address these issues, and organizations are urged to update their firmware. Proactive security measures and monitoring are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with these printer vulnerabilities. This incident highlights the growing trend of cybercriminals targeting networked devices like printers as entry points into corporate networks. ... Read More