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AVM FritzBox router security guidance

Overview

AVM has issued security guidance for FritzBox router users to defend home networks against rising internet-based threats. The company’s recommendations include establishing monthly maintenance routines, such as checking software versions and security settings. Recent FritzOS updates for fiber and cable models have introduced new DNS filter lists to manage outgoing data traffic, an SOS emergency call function for FritzFon, and overload protection for FritzSmart Energy smart plugs.

In conjunction with these updates, the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) advises users to disable the ‘remote access’ (Fernzugang) function if it is not strictly necessary, noting that it can leave the router interface vulnerable to automated attacks. Other recommended security measures include changing default passwords, maintaining up-to-date firmware, using complex Wi-Fi passwords, replacing default network names, checking firewall status, and setting up guest networks.

Entities

FritzBox · BSI · Federal Office for Information Security · AVM

Timeline

7 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
FritzBox users advised to disable remote access for better security
Disabling the remote access function on FritzBox routers can improve cybersecurity by reducing the risk of automated attacks and unauthorized access to the device interface.
10 days ago

[TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
AVM issues security guidance for FritzBox router users
AVM advises FritzBox users to perform monthly security maintenance. Experts recommend disabling remote access and updating firmware to protect home networks from cyber threats.

Sources

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