Keypoint Intelligence has announced that the Konica Minolta bizhub i-Series Firmware has earned the Keypoint Intelligence Security Validation Seal for Device Penetration. Testing was conducted by security specialists using a combination of automated vulnerability assessment, hands-on manual issue verification, and exploitation attempts designed to identify weaknesses in device firmware, operating system components, web interfaces, ports, protocols and related network-exposed services.

The Device Penetration track of Keypoint Intelligence's Security Validation Testing program evaluates whether network-connected printers and MFPs are appropriately protected against likely attack vectors. The assessment includes reconnaissance and network mapping, automated vulnerability scans, manual verification of findings and targeted exploitation techniques. Focus areas include authentication, session management, exposed protocols, information leakage and other device-level weaknesses.

Results confirmed that Konica Minolta devices running bizhub i-Series firmware and configured with the recommended settings were well-protected against a wide range of anticipated threats. The Security Validation Device Penetration seal is earned when no vulnerabilities are deemed a High or Critical risk on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) scale, with any Medium-risk findings evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

"Too often, IT teams focus on PCs, servers and network infrastructure when evaluating and monitoring for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, but printers and MFPs are also network endpoints that can present meaningful risk," said Jamie Bsales, principal analyst of smart workplace & security, Workplace Group, Keypoint Intelligence. "It is incumbent upon OEMs to ensure that their devices have the features to secure the data the printers handle as well as the wider network, and our testing showed that the bizhub i-Series platform demonstrated strong protections against common device penetration threats."

The Keypoint Intelligence Security Validation testing program has become a benchmark in the office peripherals industry and helps position the security of OEM products using consistent testing processes and methodologies.

In other news, Deborah Hawkins, group director of the Workplace Team at Keypoint Intelligence, has been selected as a judge for the 2026 Technology Reseller Awards.

Hosted by Kingswood Tech Events and held at the London Hilton Bankside, the awards recognize standout achievements from resellers, distributors and technology providers across a wide range of categories, including managed services, cybersecurity and communications.

Hawkins, a returning judge, joins an expert panel responsible for selecting the companies and individuals making an impact in a fast-changing market. With deep experience in workplace technology and channel strategy, she brings a practical and well-informed perspective to the judging process.

"The Technology Reseller Awards are a great reflection of the innovation happening across the channel," Hawkins said. "I'm excited to be part of this year's judging panel and to help recognize the organizations making a real impact."

As the channel continues to evolve to meet changing customer needs and new technologies, the awards highlight those leading the way by delivering value and driving growth.