Shared devices.
WHAT TO CONFIGURE
A reserved address, so it does not move A changed administrative password Firmware updates applied
THE ADDRESS POINT
A printer whose address changes stops working for everyone.
Reserve it.
WHAT TO SECURE
The administrative interface, which is frequently open by default Stored documents, which many devices retain
WHY THAT MATTERS
A network printer can hold copies of what was printed.
WHAT TO DISABLE
Internet-facing access Protocols you do not use
WHAT TO CONSIDER
Placing shared equipment on a separate network segment.
FOR SCAN-TO-EMAIL
Establish which credentials it uses and secure them.
A printer configured with a mailbox password is a credential store.
WHAT TO REVIEW
What equipment is connected and whether it is current.
WHAT TO DO BEFORE DISPOSAL
Wipe stored data and remove credentials.
WHAT TO RECORD
The address, credentials, and firmware status.
