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Hackers attack fax boards in MFPs?

Article published in Information Security Buzz newsletter
- Details how hackers can execute a “faxploit”
- Fax lines are not protected by firewalls
- Send malicious code across phone line which contain a script that runs on MFP and takes control
- Then gain entry onto network to steal data and/or load malware

2/22/227:23 PM

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SalesServiceGuyMaven VIP

... I am not sure how you can send malicious code across copper fax lines but there are a lot of devious thinking people out there trying to extort money.

As more and more business switch from their traditional analog telephone systems to VOIP systems, traditional analog fax boards in copiers are experiencing more frequent connection problems.

XM Fax offers a relaible fax over IP service.

fisherMaven VIP

This is an old story. Made a buzz a few years ago.

2/25/2210:43 AM

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