Over the weekend, researcher Craig Heffner of Tactical Network Solutions revealed that a fairly simple hack would allow certain D-Link routers to be breached, bypassing the authentication process and leaving one’s data open to snooping. Presently, there’s no way to patch the issue, but now D-Link has come forward stating that it will have a […]
D-Link, a company that specializes in networking products, has issued a promise that they would close its routers’ back doors before October is over. This particular promise came about after responding to the discovery that a fair number of its consumer-grade devices did come with a string which would have enabled unauthenticated access to its admin Web page. There was an instance where a researcher over at /DEV/TTYS0 unpacked the firmware of a number of D-Link devices, discovering that should a browser present with the right user agent string to the internal administrative Web server, it would then be on the receiving end of unauthenticated as well as unfettered access to the device’s administration panel.
Hence, when that happens, it is but a simple matter of snooping around on users’ communications. D-Link has already mentioned that they are currently working on a fix, and those who are keeping a keen eye out on the situation will be able to download the firmware here. Apart from that, D-Link also advised as follows, “As there are different hardware revisions on our products, please check this on your device before downloading the correct corresponding firmware update. The hardware revision information can usually be found on the product label on the underside of the product next to the serial number. Alternatively, they can also be found on the device web configuration.”
As the end user, one can always do one’s part by making sure that a strong Wi-Fi password is always ingrained, not to mention disabling remote administrative access.
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D-Link has been making routers and modems for Internet users for a long time and holds a significant portion of market. Several routers produced by D-Link have been discovered to have a critical security vulnerability. The vulnerability was posted to a website dedicated to embedded device hacking and was discovered by reverse engineering a firmware […]
Supposing you’re wanting to make the most of your best-in-class internet connection at home, the folks at Netgear have brought forth the likes of their Smart WiFi Router by the name of “Nighthawk.” They saw the need for such a high-powered device in the everyday home environment, and they made it a reality. Here you’ll […]
Back in June, Asus unveiled what it claims to be the world’s fastest Wi-Fi router. The router is the RT-AC68U and it’s capable of combined dual-band data rates as fast as 1900 Mbps. That gives the router three times faster performance than the typical 802.11n router on the market today according to Asus. The router […]
Verizon Wireless, along with Novatel Wireless have announced the immediate availability of the 4G LTE Broadband Router with Voice. Similar to older model LTE routers, this one will allow the user to share Verizon LTE connectivity throughout their home. This router, as the name implies, brings the additional voice support. And in this case, Verizon […]
Verizon has a new 4G LTE home internet router that includes voice, and it’s meant to replace your home phone line and cable internet subscriptions in one fell swoop. The “Verizon 4G LTE Broadband Router with Voice” (rolls right off the tongue!) packs in WiFi connectivity as well as three Ethernet ports and a phone line jack for your landline. Up to 10 devices can connect to it wirelessly, though we wouldn’t suggest as much given the LTE connectivity.
Should you choose to pick one up ($50 w/ two-year plan or $200 outright), there are a few options for subscription: data only, voice and data, or just voice. Initially, if you snag that voice-and-data plan, the router itself is actually free — and it’s available starting today. Of course, as CNET points out, Verizon’s “Share Everything” data plans come with limitations (notably, data caps) and that means you’d better be a pretty light internet user (or employing the service for a brief period, like a vacation). Interestingly, Novatel Wireless — the company behind Verizon’s new LTE router hardware — is also offering its own, non-carrier-branded version of the same device, dubbed, “MiFi Home.” The price and release date for MiFi Home isn’t clear, but we’ve reached out for more info.
Filed under: Networking, Internet, Verizon
Via: CNET
Source: BusinessWire
The Skydog home network solution Kickstarter project we covered back in April, created by Xerox PARC spin-out company PowerCloud Systems, is shipping today to its over 1,000 backers on schedule, proving that not every Kickstarter project will be delayed and ultimately disappointing. In case you missed it the first time around, Skydog is a control freak’s dream device when it comes to home Wi-Fi networks.
Skydog allows parents to see exactly where their kids are browsing, and to limit and block access to specific sites, or even cut down net time altogether. It’s the same sort of service enterprises can and often do choose to run on their corporate networks, especially in data-sensitive environments. PowerCloud Systems has experience building those kinds of solutions, and saw an opportunity to bring the same level of control to the consumer sphere, via a combination of easy-to-setup hardware, and an easy to use cloud-based dashboard.
After delivering on its pre-orders, Skydog is looking to offer up its devices for general retail availability starting in October. People can pre-order from their official site now, with packages starting at $149 for a package that includes a dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi router, as well as the mobile app and a 3-year subscription to Skydog’s cloud service, which allows access to home network control and reports from anywhere via the web.
A recent Kickstarter project, the Circle, aims to accomplish much the same thing as Skydog, but with an accessory that works with your existing router and without the subscription model. It’s very promising, but Skydog has shipped in time with their projections and has a proven record of being able to build this kind of solution, as well as satisfied beta testers, while Circle has very pleasing mobile app screens. Of the two, if you’re looking for way to clamp down on out-of-control Internet usage at home, Skydog and its October retail availability seems the surer bet.
Uros’ Goodspeed hotspot service offers sanely priced international data, but it hasn’t been available in China so far — that’s not much help when visiting friends in Fuzhou. Travelers won’t have to fret, however, as Uros just unveiled a network agreement with China Unicom. Goodspeed’s €5.90 ($8) daily rate now supplies a modest-but-usable 500MB of 3G data throughout large parts of China. Visitors will also need to pay Goodspeed’s usual €9.90 ($13) monthly fee and buy the €269 ($353) hotspot, but they’re still looking at big savings over conventional data roaming. Those planning Chinese expeditions will likely want to give the service at least a cursory look through the source link.
Filed under: Wireless, Networking, Mobile
Source: Goodspeed
The R6100 is the latest addition to Netgear’s 2013 router lineup and retails for an easier-to-justify price than its siblings. For $100, the 802.11ac-generating square will connect to the new Macbook Air’s upgraded wireless, with a dual 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz a/b/g/n antenna ensuring compatibility with your first-gen Zune. Like the R6200, the now-available R6100 hits 1200 Mbps combined and packs Ethernet for wired connections. It doesn’t hit the speeds of the R6300, but, for half the money, what’s 550 Mbps among friends?
Filed under: Internet
Via: MacNews
Source: Netgear
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