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Orbi Firmware Update 2.5.0.38
Does anyone have any details on this new firmware upgrade?
Release Notes:
[Bug Fix] Fixes issues with the Apple HomeKit connectivity.
[Bug Fix] Fixes the wireless crash and reboot issue when the router is under stress.
[Bug Fix] Fixes the WiFi disconnection and IOT issue.
[Bug Fix] Fixes the guest isolation issue for multicast and broadcast traffic between the main host and guest.
[Bug Fix] Fixes the Ethernet backhaul boot-sequence issue.
[Bug Fix] Updates the OpenVPN certificate from MD5 to SHA-256.
[New Features and Enhancements] Enhances the device recognition mechanism of the attached devices list.
[Bug Fixes] Fixes the compatibility issue with Sonos devices.
For security reasons. In my opinion, it's always good to be running the latest firmware to get the latest security vulnerability fixes. By the way, my cable modem does not have a built in router. Thanks!
mtowle wrote:For security reasons. In my opinion, it's always good to be running the latest firmware to get the latest security vulnerability fixes. By the way, my cable modem does not have a built in router. Thanks!
This is true IF the latest FW contains security vulnerability fixes. READ the release notes.
It's been my experience that some, but not all, manufacturers don't include all security vulnerability fix info in their release notes. Not sure if Netgear fits into this category or not, so I make it a habit of upgrading on a semi-regular basis. I'd rather deal with come minor issues rather than have my network or devices hacked. Just my two cents...
mtowle wrote:It's been my experience that some, but not all, manufacturers don't include all security vulnerability fix info in their release notes. Not sure if Netgear fits into this category or not, so I make it a habit of upgrading on a semi-regular basis. I'd rather deal with come minor issues rather that have my network or devices hacked. Just my two cents...
From what I understand, NG will push FW updates automatcially IF they contain major revisions. Major as in you need this. All others are for those who live on the edge.