Kyocera issues security notification

January 29, 2024

The notice is to inform its customers about a change in how third-party applications access files in Google Drive, which impacts Kyocera Cloud Print and Scan (KCPS).

Kyocera advises users to contact their dealer, authorised reseller, or servicing agent for a product update if users have any questions or concerns about the security of their device.

Description
As part of Google’s security enhancements, in 2024, third-party applications will change how they access files in Google Drive.

Third-party applications must set up the files and folders that users access in Google Drive.
If you use an unsupported third-party application, the Unverified app warning screen will appear.

Kyocera Cloud Print and Scan (KCPS) product is affected by this change in Google Drive policy.

A notification screen may appear when linking KCPS account with your Google Drive account.

Workaround
If the notification screen appears when configuring a user for Google Drive integration with KCPS, perform the following steps:

On the KCPS storage settings screen, click the “Link” button in the “Google Drive” box and enter the Google Account info.
Click “Advanced.”
Click “Go to kyocera.biz (unsafe).”