FCC walks back router update ban before it bricks America's network security

America's telco regulator has seen some sense over its ban on foreign-made routers, deciding that existing devices should ...
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FCC router rule raises questions about future updates

A new move from the Federal Communications Commission is being framed as a national security step. But if you already have a router at home, the bigger question is simple: how long will it keep ...

What happens to your router if you skip firmware updates

Routers are vital to keeping your home network running properly, but they require some care now and then. Here's what happens ...

After banning foreign routers, FCC says existing ones can get updates until 2029

The Federal Communications Commission is relenting a bit on its restrictive router rules, saying it will allow foreign-made ...
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ASUS Issues Critical Firmware Update For 19 Router Models, Update ASAP

Earlier this week, ASUS pushed a firmware update for 19 of the company’s routers which fixed nine different CVEs and enhanced security across the board. While updating your routers, ASUS also ...

5 Easy Ways To Make Your Router More Secure

Hackers will often use phishing scams and malware to get into your system, but if they have just some info, they can also get ...
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Your router is about to stop getting security updates, and most people won't notice

Hey! When was the last time you thought about the firmware version of your router? I mean, really thought about it. Never? You're probably not alone, as anyone using an ISP router probably expects ...
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Cisco security updates squash router bugs

Cisco has released eight security updates for the Internetwork Operating System (IOS) software used to power its routers. The patches were released Wednesday, the day Cisco had previously scheduled ...
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The FCC Extends a Key Wi-Fi Router Deadline. Here’s Why I’d Still Hold Off on Buying a New One

Foreign-made Wi-Fi routers will continue receiving security patches until at least Jan. 1, 2029, but this doesn't eliminate ...

The confusing U.S. router ban, explained: Which routers are banned?

The ban is sweeping, as virtually every consumer router on the market today is made overseas. However, the FCC also said that previously approved WiFi routers can still be operated and sold. An FCC ...
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Cisco Security Updates Squash Router Bugs

Cisco Systems Inc. has released eight security updates for the IOS (Internetwork Operating System) software used to power its routers Cisco Systems Inc. has released eight security updates for the IOS ...