Security flaw affects routers and IoT devices

Critical security vulnerabilities in Realtek chips affect more than 65 hardware manufacturers. The list of hardware manufacturers affected by these vulnerabilities is long and includes: AsusTEK, Belkin, D-Link, Edimax, Hama, Logitec, Netgear and others.

Affected manufacturers have equipped their WiFi-enabled devices, including routers, cameras, printers, etc, with vulnerable software development kits (SDKs) from Realtek.  A vulnerability within the Realtek RTL819xD module allows hackers to gain complete access to the device, installed operating systems and other network devices.

Realtek has issued a patch, but manufacturers using the vulnerable WiFi modules are being strongly encouraged to check their devices and provide security patches to users.

So keep checking for updates for all your WiFi-enabled devices.

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