Firmware blocking device prototyping trials

Firmware blocking device prototyping trials

Volunteers wanted to assist in the testing and evaluation of a firmware upgrade blocking device that could prevent unwanted printer firmware upgrades. On behalf of the inventors, The Recycler is organising the testing of a number of prototype devices that will provide...
Metrofuser announces printer firmware library

Metrofuser announces printer firmware library

The firmware library allows printer service technicians to fully control laser printer firmware upgrades and roll backs. Laser printer parts manufacturer Metrofuser has announced it has developed one of the largest archives for laser printer firmware. Since 2010 the...
Ricoh issues new firmware

Ricoh issues new firmware

Due to new potential security vulnerabilities in some of its printers and multifunction printers (MFPs), Ricoh has issued new firmware updates. Ricoh has provided new firmware updates to address the newly identified vulnerabilities. The firmware version was amended on...
Metrofuser announces printer firmware library

HP leads the firmware wars

In 2018 nine OEMs issued 989 firmware upgrades. That is an average of 2.7 every single day of the year. HP alone issued 371 firmware updates. Problems with firmware updates have been in the press on an almost weekly basis. Every firmware update can...