Android devices used as a Wi-Fi hotspot can be also affected. Solution Some of the vulnerabilities may be patched in new versions of the device firmware or system update. Note: As routers typically do not perform automatic updates, you need to manually download and install the appropriate patches on the device. Impact: Any device connected to your network, including computers, phones, tablets, printers, security cameras, or any other networked device in your home or office network, may have an increased risk of compromise.
Recommendation: The issue was fixed in DnsMasq software version 2. FidoPamela Former Moderator. Hey GabieT! Welcome to the Community We've sent this to the team in charge to look into this for you. In response to FidoPamela. FidoPamela wrote: Hey GabieT! Recommendation: The issue was fixed in DnsMasq software version 2. To solve the vulnerability on your device, apply the firmware or system update that contains DnsMasq software version 2.
If an update addressing the vulnerability is not yet available for your device, you can secure your router or Wi-Fi hotspot with a strong password to minimize risks imposed by the vulnerability.
We also advise you not to visit suspicious websites or run software from questionable sources I just can't imagine on such a newer top of the line router by linksys having this issue and I am the only one on planet earth that knows about it and can't get any yes or no direct answers!
I sure don't want to get stuck in a back and forth with linksys saying there is nothing wrong with my router and avast saying oh yes there is something wrong with your router. Thank you in advance! Not sure what type of help you require here. Detections are valid. Up to you what you do about them. Linksys is saying there is nothing wrong with my router and it is a false positive! Avast reports smarthub vulnerable to attack.
Description Solution Details. Description Our scan found a vulnerability on your router or Wi-Fi hotspot device. Android devices used as a Wi-Fi hotspot can be also affected. Solution Some of the vulnerabilities may be patched in new versions of the device firmware or system update.
Message 2 of Re: Avast reports smarthub vulnerable to attack. I have had the same report from Avast. Any answer to this? Message 3 of Message 4 of Firmware fault on HUB 6 according to avast. Is anyone else with Avast and also has a smart hub also getting this issue? Overview Dnsmasq versions 2. Filter by content: Additional information available. Sort by: Status Alphabetical. Expand all. Javascript is disabled.
Click here to view vendors. Vendor Information We are not aware of further vendor information regarding this vulnerability. Start a New Discussion. Description: The affected device's DNS service is running an outdated version of the DnsMasq software which is known to have a heap buffer overflow vulnerability. A remote attacker can gain control of your network device and your Internet connection by sending malformed DNS packets to the device. Impact: Any device connected to your network, including computers, phones, tablets, printers, security cameras, or any other networked device in your home or office network, may have an increased risk of compromise.
Recommendation: The issue was fixed in DnsMasq software version 2. To solve the vulnerability on your device, apply the firmware or system update that contains DnsMasq software version 2. If an update addressing the vulnerability is not yet available for your device, you can secure your router or Wi-Fi hotspot with a strong password to minimize risks imposed by the vulnerability.
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