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weichuan
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Aug 18, 2021
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DOS attack UDP port scan from private network address

Hi,   I have been getting non-stop DOS attack: UDP port scan from a private network address, is it some device in my network that is causing this issue? Can anyone guide me on how to identify the c...
  • CrimpOn's avatar
    Aug 18, 2021

    This is called a "Link Local" IP address, which is created by a device when it is unable to get an IP from the network using DHCP.

    I would start with the Orbi web interface Attached Devices display  All of the devices shown with valid IP addresses (usually starting with 192.168.1) can be ruled out.  Are there any other devices connected to the network that are not on the Attached Devices list?