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Sharp and Bitdefender recently entered a new partnership, one that strengthens cybersecurity threat prevention in our new range of business MFPs at a time when cybercriminals are increasingly targeting endpoint devices – including printers – to plant malware, steal intellectual property, and launch espionage campaigns. 

Bitdefender is a recognized industry leader in threat prevention, detection and response, with its antimalware detection technology consistently achieving top performance results in independent, third-party tests.

Sharp sat down with George Yunaev, Senior Software Developer at Bitdefender to discuss the partnership and why it is so important to protect all endpoints of any network – regardless of business size.

Data breaches and other cybercrimes are becoming increasingly common. But it’s not just large organizations that are at risk. Small and medium-sized businesses are equally, if not more, attractive targets for cybercriminals because they often lack the robust security infrastructure of larger organizations. Many owners report feeling vulnerable to cyberattacks, highlighting the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures and insurance coverage. If your business falls victim to cybercrime, recovery costs can be significant — including specialized repairs, legal fees, and damage to your brand’s reputation. That’s why cyber liability insurance can be a smart precaution for businesses of all sizes.

You’ve heard countless messages about the importance of data security.  In recent years, bad actors have stepped up their activity and are using more sophisticated techniques to take advantage of distributed and remote work environments. In today’s widespread threat landscape, a well-balanced, multi-layered security strategy is needed to help ensure your copiers and printers keep your information safe from malicious intruders. Read on to learn about some features that can keep your copier on lockdown.

Remote and flexible work setups are a common part of the modern workplace. Combining remote and in-person work can benefit everyone by offering flexibility and the opportunity to tailor work environments to different tasks. Organizations continue to refine the balance between in-office and remote work to meet operational and employee needs.

Remote and in-office environments each have unique IT security considerations that organizations need to manage. With cyber threats continuing to grow in frequency and sophistication, it’s critical for organizations to ensure that both their own devices and those of their employees are fully secure to reduce the risk of an attack.

Cybersecurity awareness is essential year-round. Data breaches continue to have a significant financial impact on organizations worldwide, highlighting the importance of strong cybersecurity.

If your organization isn’t taking security seriously, it’s only a matter of time before you become a target. Every device on your network and every person with access to those devices is a potential attack vector — and yes, that includes copiers and multifunction printers (MFPs).

It is no secret that today increased security threats, such as phishing or ransomware attacks, are a very real concern. Almost all devices are prone to cybersecurity threats and office printers and multifunction devices (MFPs) are no exception.