Re: SNMP search for printers?

[Jeff Kell <jeff-kell () utc edu>]

Johnson, Greg wrote:
> > what is the purpose of massively scanning for printers?
>
>
> One observed prank is to reset the vulnerable device's IP address to
> that of the subnet router or some important system on the subnet.

Another is to set the value in the message window (of HP printers).

Jeff


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