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technology1 month ago•7 min saved

Netgear lands exemption from foreign-router ban; FCC silent on rationale

Netgear becomes the first major consumer-router maker to win a conditional exemption from the FCC's foreign-made router ban, covering its Nighthawk and Orbi devices (and cable gateways) through Oct. 1, 2027; Adtran also receives a similar waiver. The FCC did not disclose Netgear's justification or its plan to onshore manufacturing, and the approval process remains opaque. Most new routers will require exemptions, a framework critics say could slow approvals, reduce competition, and delay next-gen Wi‑Fi as supply chains adapt.

via Ars Technica|

#exemption #fcc #manufacturing

technology1 month ago•6 min saved

FCC Grants Netgear a Time-Bound Pass for Foreign-Made Routers

Netgear won a conditional FCC exemption allowing it to sell new foreign-made Wi‑Fi routers and mesh systems while it seeks full certifications, with the exemption lasting until Oct 1, 2027. The Defense Department found no national security risk, but Netgear must still obtain FCC certifications for each device, giving an 18‑month window to certify future models. Other brands can continue selling existing models under separate deadlines, while the post-2027 path remains unclear.

via PCMag|

#conditional-approval #exemption #fcc

technology1 month ago•19 min saved

FCC grants Netgear a temporary de facto router monopoly in the US

The FCC issued conditional approval allowing Netgear to sell and service new consumer routers in the US, effectively creating a temporary de facto monopoly for its Nighthawk and Orbi routers until October 1, 2027, contingent on a plan to bring manufacturing to the US and other conditions as the agency expands its foreign-made router ban.

via Engadget|

#conditional-approval #cybersecurity #fcc

policy1 month ago•4 min saved

FCC grants Netgear a temporary import pass for future routers, sparking manufacturing questions

The FCC granted Netgear a conditional, temporary approval to import its future consumer routers, modems, and gateways into the United States through October 1, 2027, citing a Pentagon finding that these devices do not pose a national-security risk—despite the broader router ban targeting foreign-made hardware. The approval hinges on a detailed US-manufacturing plan that Netgear has not publicly disclosed, and the company’s SEC filings do not confirm such a commitment; Verge has asked both Netgear and the FCC for clarification.

via The Verge|

#fcc #national-security #netgear

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Netgear Unveils Its Most Affordable Wi-Fi 7 Mesh System Yet

Netgear has introduced the affordable Wi-Fi 7 mesh system, Orbi 370, priced at $350 for a router and two satellites. While it offers a total bandwidth of 5 Gbps and is suitable for moderate Wi-Fi needs, it has limitations such as only dual-band support and a 2.5 Gbps internet port, missing some of Wi-Fi 7's advanced features. It is a cost-effective option for households with less demanding internet requirements.

via Engadget|

#affordable #mesh-system #netgear

technology10 months ago•1 min saved

Netgear Launches Affordable Wi-Fi 7 Mesh System to Compete with Budget Brands

Netgear has introduced the Orbi 370, its most affordable Wi-Fi 7 mesh system yet, priced at $349.99 for a three-pack, offering high-speed Wi-Fi up to 5Gbps, compatibility with any service provider, and features like integrated 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and Multi-Link Operation for improved stability and speed. It targets households with moderate Wi-Fi needs and is backwards compatible with older Wi-Fi standards.

via The Verge|

#affordable #mesh-router #netgear

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Netgear's Orbi 970: The Ultimate Mesh Wi-Fi Solution

Netgear has released its Orbi 970 mesh router series, which combines the benefits of Wi-Fi 7 with a new antenna design and "patented Quad-Band technology" to deliver fast, low-latency internet across all devices in the home. The router takes advantage of Wi-Fi 7's Multi-Link Operation feature to achieve a 10Gbps wireless backhaul, reducing latency and maximizing data speed. However, the high price tag of the Orbi 970 series, starting at $1,699.99 for a two-pack bundle, may deter consumers, especially since devices supporting Wi-Fi 7 are not expected until next year.

via The Verge|

#mesh-wi-fi #netgear #orbi-970

technology3 years ago•2 min saved

Netgear Launches Unlocked M6 Pro Router with Wi-Fi 6E and 5G Connectivity.

Netgear has released an unlocked M6 Pro portable hotspot that combines all the features of its previous models, including 5G connectivity, 6GHz Wi-Fi 6E, and mmWave support. The device is capable of up to 3600Mbps total aggregate Wi-Fi speeds and can support up to 32 devices. However, the M6 Pro comes at a high price of $999.99, which is more than double the price of the AT&T-locked M6 Pro. The device is useful for those who need internet connectivity in rural areas or spotty Wi-Fi situations.

via The Verge|

#5g #connectivity #netgear

cybersecurity3 years ago•3 min saved

Netgear Orbi routers vulnerable to command execution exploit and PoC attacks.

Netgear's Orbi mesh wireless system has critical vulnerabilities in older versions that can be exploited by hackers to remotely execute commands. Researchers on Cisco's Talos security team discovered four vulnerabilities last year, and the most severe of them, tracked as CVE-2022-37337, can be exploited by sending specially crafted HTTP requests to the device. Netgear released firmware updates in January that patched the vulnerability, but Talos has now published a proof-of-concept exploit code along with technical details, so users should ensure their Orbi routers are running the latest firmware.

via Ars Technica|

#cybersecurity #exploit-code #firmware

cybersecurity3 years ago•2 min saved

Netgear Orbi router vulnerabilities pose high-severity threat

Proof-of-concept exploits for vulnerabilities in Netgear’s Orbi 750 series router and extender satellites have been released, including a critical severity remote command execution bug. The flaws were discovered by the Cisco Talos team and reported to the vendor on August 30, 2022. Users are urged to update their firmware to the latest version, 4.6.14.3, released on January 19, 2023. The exploits require local access, valid login credentials, or the admin console to be publicly accessible, making it much harder to exploit the vulnerabilities.

via BleepingComputer|

#cybersecurity #exploit #netgear