Network-connected devices pose as much risk as an unsecured server on the network, says ICSA Labs. Network-attached devices, like network servers, are at risk for unauthorized access and data breach. The Verizon Business 2009 Data Breach Investigations Report finds many breaches occur through “unknown, unknowns” Printer security has also received attention from other organizations, such as the IEEE released new security standards for networked printers earlier this year. ICSA is introducing new certification and assessment programs that will address security threats posed by networked devices.”]
Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/2124368/is-your-office-printer-secure-.html