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Modems/Routers : Add HTTPS when connecting to the NETGEAR Genie page
Hi NETGEAR, I have recently configured a few different NETGEAR ADSL Modems/Routers, to be specific the D6400 and DGND3700v2, but both of these don't appear to support a HTTPS connection to the NE...
sure the the self signed certificate has limitations, but it is enough for advanced users
Having an option to enable SSL local access will comfort normal users you mention (like other brands have done)
Having a local secure wifi won't help you. Even if, like me, you disable wifi admin and only enable LAN.
The risks are very serious during your simple browsing
Just google about router management over local http vulnerabilities
Maybe this should stop here and let Netgear team decide if they like to keep their routers a step behind competition, security wise. They already do with VPN using years deprecated encryption for certificate keys