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Intoxicating
Jun 16, 2026Star
RS700 DNS issues
Hi, I’ve noticed what appears to be DNS leakage in the latest two versions (1.0.11.8 & 1.0.11.6) I use custom DNS for adblocking and with both versions I’ve seen what would normally be blocke...
Intoxicating
Jun 22, 2026Star
I’m curious as to why this 3rd DNS is now needed when it hasn’t been since product launch.
Having other DNS in use especially when using custom DNS is an issue.
Looks like I’ll have to stay on 1.0.10.8 for the future.
FURRYe38
Jun 22, 2026Guru - Experienced User
im sure they will get it fixed.
- IntoxicatingJun 22, 2026Star
I’m sure they will too but there will still be an issue around custom DNS, if Netgear’s third DNS gets used it then bypasses any filtering etc that might be set by the primary and secondary DNS.
This 3rd DNS by Netgear must be optional or at least disabled if custom DNS is set.
- FURRYe38Jun 22, 2026Guru - Experienced User
im sure they will get it fixed. They will have to review and make the fixes.