Print Security Landscape 2024 Report

The Print Security Landscape, 2024 report outlines the evolving challenges and trends in print security due to the rise of hybrid work environments. It highlights how traditional print infrastructure security is increasingly compromised by public networks and employee-owned devices. The report details the significant security risks associated with unsecured home printers and the growing concerns regarding data breaches, with 67% of organizations reporting incidents in the past year. The document emphasizes the disconnect between CIOs and CISOs regarding print security measures and the necessity for alignment between these roles. It also presents findings from Quocirca’s Print Security Maturity Index, indicating that only 20% of organizations are classified as Leaders in print security. The report further discusses the role of AI in enhancing security measures and the importance of integrating print security into broader IT security strategies. Recommendations for organizations include conducting thorough security assessments and prioritizing print security as a critical component of their overall information security framework.