A major security flaw in PaperCut print software is being used in real-world attacks—and it’s hitting companies that haven’t patched.

This vulnerability (CVE-2023-27350) allows full remote access to your systems. No password. No warning. Just control—handed to ransomware crews and IP thieves.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has confirmed active exploitation.

That means if you're running PaperCut and haven’t patched, your network could already be compromised.

Why It Matters to Manufacturing Ops

If your IT is stretched thin—and PaperCut is installed on any workstation or server—you could be one click away from:

  • Encrypted files and halted production

  • Stolen intellectual property

  • A shutdown no one sees coming

Even if PaperCut isn’t your core tool, it’s a backdoor. And attackers know it.

What to Do (Right Now)

✅ Patch PaperCut MF/NG – Versions before 20.1.7, 21.2.11, or 22.0.9 are vulnerable
✅ Check for weird logins or new user accounts
✅ Shut down internet access to internal tools
✅ Call in help if you’re unsure—seriously

This isn’t just IT’s problem. It’s an uptime problem.

If you're not 100% sure you’re protected, we’ll check it for you—fast, quiet, no disruption.

📞 Call Data-Link Associates. (630) 406-8969 We fix the holes before they cost you the line.

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Data-Link Associates, Inc. is a cybersecurity and IT support company specializing in co-managed IT support with on-site IT teams and custom programming for manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers, nationwide.