The new release enhances login authentication strength

Jun 3, 2015 08:34 GMT  ·  By

ASUS has just outed a new firmware update targeted at some of its Wireless-AC compatible routers, namely version 3.0.0.4.378.6117 beta, which improves login authentication strength, fixes CSRF-related issues, and resolves various other problems.

In order to be clear about the supported devices, this present release is suitable for ASUS’ RT-AC56R, -AC56S, -AC56U, -AC66R, -AC66W, and -AC66U models, as well as for the producer’s powerful RT-AC87U and RT-AC87R routers.

As for other changes, build 378.6617 beta reduces media server memory usage, includes various 3G/LTE dongle-related improvements, and adds a new client list view button on network map to help administrators easily monitor all client connections.

In addition to that, ASUS now forces owners to change the router’s default password (admin), gives administrators the ability to allow only specified IP addresses to login to GUI, and adds brute-force attack protection for username and password.

Moreover, it fixes JS error in AiProtection, dnsmasq buffer overflow, Dropbox SmartSync problems, IPv6 ethernet connection failure, as well as several other issues highlighted on the description page of each download.

When it comes to installation, first of all, check your router’s currently installed firmware and make sure it isn’t either newer or matching this release, and only afterwards save and unzip the downloadable archive proper for your device model.

If all is ok, connect your router to a computer using an Ethernet cable (username and password should be required), log into its administration page, and use the newly extracted .trx file to update your wireless device.

With this in mind, from the links below, follow the one best describing your device model, apply it on your router, and enjoy the new changes that this release brings about.

Download ASUS RT-AC56 Router Firmware 3.0.0.4.378.6117 Beta Download ASUS RT-AC66 Router Firmware 3.0.0.4.378.6117 Beta Download ASUS RT-AC87 Router Firmware 3.0.0.4.378.6117 Beta

Firmware 3.0.0.4.378.6117 Beta Compatible Routers (9 Images)

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