In many offices, the printer is the oldest device on the network. While workstations and servers are patched weekly, printer firmware often remains untouched for years. This makes legacy hardware a prime target for network intrusion.
The Open Door
Hackers can exploit outdated firmware to intercept documents, use the printer as a botnet node, or pivot into the wider network. If your scanner is connected to your main server but running 2018 firmware, your firewall is effectively bypassed.
Governance & Patching
Updating firmware on legacy devices is risky; a failed update can "brick" the device. It requires a precise understanding of the hardware revision and the upgrade path. Automated updates often fail on older machines due to memory constraints.
The PrintinkService Shield
We audit every peripheral on your network. We identify outdated firmware and apply patches using a staged approach to ensure stability. If a device is too old to be secured, we implement VLAN segmentation to isolate it from critical business data, ensuring you can still use the hardware without exposing your network.