7 Ways to Secure Your Printer

Did you know Cybercriminals can steal personal information straight from your printer?  Many people don’t think to secure their printer(s), but printers see and store a lot of confidential information.

Here are 7 ways you can secure your printer:

1. Install Malware Updates – All Malware protection should be up to date and able to handle any type of hack.
2. Configure Printer Correctly – Always change the default password to something more secure and never print from a “Guest” network when printing remotely.
3. Limit Access to the Network – Set the network settings to only allow the printer to take jobs from a trust worthy network.
4. Install a Firewall – Using a reliable firewall can help protect your printer from cybercriminals.
5. Keep Printer Updated – Update your printer regularly (every quarter). This will add more protection and fix bugs your device may have.
6. Encrypt Your Storage – If your printer doesn’t already have this built in, it’s important to encrypt sensitive data on your printer’s hard drive as well as all print jobs.
7. Inspect Print Trays – Never leave documents with sensitive information on your print trays. It’s always a good idea to get a paper shredder for important documents you no longer need.

As always, CATS Technology Solutions Group is here to assist you with any IT needs, including keeping your systems secure!

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