In reading ARS Technica, I couldn’t help but observe that a major exploit around the KadNap is hitting ASUS routers around the world. “Hmmm,” I thought to myself, “Don’t I have one of those?” Indeed I do. But I’m pleased to report that it’s operating in AP-only mode, has the most current firmware available, and not susceptible to drive-by or external attack. Given how many similar devices have been pwned, I’m happy that when ASUS router triggers security review, the overall results are positive. Or at least, not overly scary…

ASUS Router Triggers Security Review:
Now What?

I couldn’t help but notice I bought this device back in 2018. It’s definitely past the “age of replacement!” So now, I’m looking around for something else to take its place. Copilot recommends multi-node mesh devices, but they’d have to integrate built-in switch capability with 2 or more additional RJ-45 ports to be worth installing.

Good news! Many models for Wi-Fi 6E and 7 include two or more 2.5 GbE ports. That lets me use existing RJ-45 wallplates to accommodate them, and lets me retain connectivity to already-present wired devices. Sounds like a plan!

Now all I have to do is come up with the funding. Here in Windows-World, where’s there’s a will — and the money — there’s almost always a way. I’ll add this to my “to buy, and to do” list!