Jonathan Armstrong remains on assignment. Today Tom visits with fellow Texan Jim LaRoe, founder of Symphion. LaRoe discusses data privacy, data protection and compliance all around printer security in one of the most interesting podcasts in these areas I have done in sometime.

Jim provides insight into how 20-30% of network endpoints are printers, and alarmingly, 99% of these are unprotected. Printers, despite being integral to business functions, are typically left vulnerable, making them prime targets for sophisticated phishing and cyber-attacks. LaRoe shares his journey from a trial lawyer to founding Symon in 1999 and explains Symphion’s groundbreaking work in developing comprehensive security software for printers. LaRoe highlights the importance of a culture of compliance in managing endpoint security and the multifaceted challenges that come with securing printers. LaRoe emphasizes the collaborative effort needed among GRC compliance teams, IT, and supply chain departments to effectively manage printer security, and offers actionable steps for businesses to mitigate these risks.

Key Takeaways

· The Hidden Risk of Printers

· Understanding Endpoint Security

· Challenges in Printer Security

· Risk Management Strategies

· Supply Chain Vulnerabilities

Resources

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