Actively exploited bug bypasses authentication on millions of routers

Patch up folks. Just now seeing this being reported over on BleepingComputer website. Those reading this make sure you check the listing of devices in the devices and vendor listing in the article. I have Verizon FIOS and the G3100 series gateway device. Will be checking the firmware version on it after this posting. For those who prefer a first read here is the device listing and ISP naming:

Vulnerable routers, vendors.pngThe CVE link also shows the details in better terms about what the issues are. 

SA

A small update for Verizon users with the G3100 device. The affected firmware version is 1.5.0.10. Checking my device the firmware installed is version 2.0.0.6 and is no longer vulnerable.

SA