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Hidden WiFi Signals Could Identify You Without a Device
technology3 days ago

Hidden WiFi Signals Could Identify You Without a Device

Researchers warn that ordinary, unencrypted WiFi signals exchanged between devices and routers can be used to form radio images of people and identify them with near-100% accuracy—even if they’re not carrying a phone or other connected gadget—raising concerns that everyday networks could become covert surveillance systems. The method relies on beamforming feedback, was tested with 197 participants, and experts say privacy protections must be built into future WiFi systems to prevent widespread monitoring by governments or corporations.

via New York Post|
#beamforming#privacy#routers
What Justifies Netgear Nighthawk Routers' Premium Price?
technology1 month ago

What Justifies Netgear Nighthawk Routers' Premium Price?

Netgear's Nighthawk gaming routers command a premium because they pack top-tier hardware (Wi‑Fi 7 tri‑band up to 19 Gbps, a quad‑core 2.6GHz CPU, and multi‑gig ports like the 10‑Gbps ethernet on the RS700S) plus a mature software ecosystem (QoS that prioritizes gaming, the intuitive Nighthawk app, ongoing security patches and feature updates, and optional Netgear Armor). They deliver reliable, low-latency performance across large homes with many devices (up to ~80 concurrent clients), which justifies the price for power users; however, casual buyers with modest needs may find cheaper routers more sensible.

via bgr.com|
#networking#routers#smart-home
Asus Dominates 2026 Readers’ Choice for Home Networking and NAS
technology1 month ago

Asus Dominates 2026 Readers’ Choice for Home Networking and NAS

PCMag’s 2026 Readers’ Choice survey crowns Asus as the top router brand and mesh system, with strong performance in Wi‑Fi 7 gear; Verizon leads among ISP-provided routers, and Netgear tops modem brands. In NAS, QNAP edges out Synology for overall satisfaction, though Synology remains strong in ease of use and RAID. The results suggest upgrading to modern routers/mesh systems or a NAS-based setup can significantly improve speed, coverage, and data storage for home networks.

via PCMag|
#asus#mesh-networks#nas
Backdoor Flaw Threatens Several Tenda Routers, CERT Warns
technology1 month ago

Backdoor Flaw Threatens Several Tenda Routers, CERT Warns

Researchers from CERT at Carnegie Mellon University have identified a login bypass embedded in several older Tenda router firmwares that can grant an attacker administrator access simply by using a specific password, regardless of the username. This could enable traffic redirection, opening network ports to devices, ransomware installation, man‑in‑the‑middle attacks, or locking users out of their own router. Affected models include FH1201, W15E, AC10 v1, AC5 v1, and AC6 v2, and there is no confirmed patch yet. Mitigations include disabling remote web management, verifying firmware versions via the router interface (usually at 192.168.0.1), and changing the LAN IP to another private address or considering a replacement if needed.

via SlashGear|
#backdoor#cybersecurity#firmware
Russia-backed hackers weaponize home routers, US issues router-security advisory
technology1 month ago

Russia-backed hackers weaponize home routers, US issues router-security advisory

The US government warns that Russia-state hackers are compromising home and small-office routers to conceal attacks on critical infrastructure, exploiting weak SNMP configurations and default credentials to turn devices into exit nodes; the advisory urges disabling SNMP versions 1 and 2 (or SNMP entirely), using SNMPv3 if needed, disabling Cisco Smart Install, and maintaining strong passwords along with regular firmware updates to reduce risk.

via Ars Technica|
#botnets#cisa#cybersecurity
TP-Link Bets on Wi‑Fi 8, Rolling Out Archer 8 Ahead of Final Standard
gadgets2 months ago

TP-Link Bets on Wi‑Fi 8, Rolling Out Archer 8 Ahead of Final Standard

TP-Link confirms an October 2026 release for its first Wi‑Fi 8 router, the Archer 8, and teases a Deco 8 mesh system, Roam 8 travel router, and 2027 range extenders as the Wi‑Fi 8 standard remains unfinished. Early testing shows measurable gains over Wi‑Fi 7—up to ~33% higher throughput at longer distances, ~24% more throughput with stabilization tech, and better 5GHz/6GHz sensitivity—plus multi-AP coordination to reduce interference. But with certification still pending and many features likely missing when the standard is finalized, buyers may end up with a device that’s quickly superseded; older devices will not automatically benefit from the new tricks.

via Gizmodo|
#archer-8#gadgets#networking
FCC Extends Firmware Update Window for Foreign Drones and Routers to 2029
technology3 months ago

FCC Extends Firmware Update Window for Foreign Drones and Routers to 2029

The FCC revised its guidance to push the deadline for firmware updates on foreign-made drones and routers from 2027 to January 1, 2029, citing espionage and data-exfiltration risks (including the Volt Typhoon threat). The extension, influenced by consumer groups, buys time for updates while signaling potential supply-chain shifts as manufacturers localize.

via Mashable|
#cybersecurity#drones#fcc
Netgear lands exemption from foreign-router ban; FCC silent on rationale
technology4 months ago

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
FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers, Forcing a Waiting Game on Security Updates
technology4 months ago

FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers, Forcing a Waiting Game on Security Updates

The FCC has barred the sale of new foreign-made routers in the US, effectively freezing most of the market and risking that devices won’t receive security updates after March 1, 2027. Experts advise delaying new router purchases until the scope of exemptions is clarified; for immediate needs, consider an older budget model and prioritize securing current devices while updates remain possible.

via CNET|
#ban#cybersecurity#fcc
FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing
technology5 months ago

FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing

The FCC announced a rule prohibiting new consumer Wi‑Fi routers made outside the US, while existing models may continue to be used or sold and will receive software updates under a waiver; it offers a Conditional Approval exemption process for manufacturers to show how they will shift production to the US, including disclosures about foreign ownership and timelines. The move aims to strengthen cybersecurity and trusted supply chains and could affect vendors like TP-Link, Netgear, and Asus, though exemptions may limit immediate impact.

via PCMag|
#exemption#fcc#foreign-made
FCC halts approval of new foreign-made routers, pushing domestic manufacturing
technology5 months ago

FCC halts approval of new foreign-made routers, pushing domestic manufacturing

The FCC announced a rule banning approval of new consumer-grade routers manufactured outside the United States, effectively blocking imports of foreign-made models unless they obtain Conditional Approval that often requires commitments to establish or expand U.S. manufacturing. Existing foreign routers can still be used and sold, but future options could be limited as major brands may shift production domestically. The move, framed as national security-oriented, is expected to face legal challenges and its practical security benefits are debated.

via Liliputing|
#conditionalapproval#fcc#importban