A flaw in Cisco's consumer-grade router security might leave Wi-Fi exposed. The following products may be at risk:
- Cisco DPC3212 VoIP Cable Modem
- Cisco DPC3825 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless Residential Gateway
- Cisco EPC3212 VoIP Cable Modem
- Cisco EPC3825 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless Residential Gateway
- Cisco Model DPC3010 DOCSIS 3.0 8x4 Cable Modem
- Cisco Model DPC3925 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 with Wireless Residential Gateway with EDVA
- Cisco Model DPQ3925 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 Wireless Residential Gateway with EDVA
- Cisco Model EPC3010 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem
- Cisco Model EPC3925 8x4 DOCSIS 3.0 with Wireless Residential Gateway with EDVA
Hackers can use a "buffer overflow" that overrides your router's log-in screen. The exploit allows access to your router's administrator panel without a username or password.
Cisco says there are no known workarounds at this time...