FTC Shares Security Tips for ASUS Wireless Routers

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FTC Shares Security Tips for ASUS Wireless Routers [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2016/02/23/FTC-Shares-Security-Tips-ASUS-Wireless-Routers ] 02/23/2016 
08:47 PM EST 
Original release date: February 23, 2016

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has provided network security tips for vulnerable ASUS-branded wireless routers. 
These routers were found to have major security flaws, allowing hackers to obtain sensitive personal information.

FTC urges consumers to download the latest security updates for their routers and be cautious when setting up any 
personal cloud storage. Users and administrators are encouraged to visit FTC's blog [ 
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/got-asus-router-home-read ] for more information and review US-CERT's Tip on Securing 
Your Home Network ST15-002 [ https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/tips/ST15-002 ].

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