Many users do not protect their router
protect the router is, at the same time, to protect Wi-Fi. It is important to take into account some essential points, such as putting good passwords to access the device, changing the default values, using good encryption or keeping it updated. The problem is that many users do not take this into account or do not really know how to do it.
This survey by broadband genie out of 1320 users indicates that 88% never updated the firmware of the router. This is a problem, since on many occasions vulnerabilities and security flaws can appear that are exploited by hackers to access the network. Hence it is necessary to have all the patches.
But in addition, 84% of those surveyed had never even changed the admin password of the router. That is, they continued to use the one that came from the factory. This type of key is usually generic, such as admin123, admin, 1234 and the like. Logically, this leaves the device very unprotected.
Another important fact that came out of this survey is that 72% said that they had never verified what devices were connected to the router. It is interesting to have control over which devices are connected, since we could come across intruders who have access to the network and limit its operation.
Additionally, 48% of respondents said they had never done anything listed in the survey. That is, they had never changed the password, updated the router or checked what devices are connected to the network.
We don’t know how to protect Wi-Fi
But why these figures? Most of them did not have the router well protected and the main reason was that they did not know why they would have to carry out these actions. they didn’t really know what benefit did it bring change the password or have the firmware of the router updated with the latest version.
Also, another key point of this survey, a significant percentage stated that they did not really know what did they have to do to protect the router. They didn’t know how to change the Wi-Fi password, update the firmware, or see if there are any foreign devices connected to the device without them knowing.
Those responsible for this survey indicate that the operators themselves should supply information on how to keep the router secure. However, in the end, the main thing will depend on each user, whether they actually carry out these steps or not and, ultimately, maintain protection.
From RedesZone we recommend users to always have all the firmware updates. You can see our tutorial on the steps to update the firmware of the router. But it is also equally essential to have a good Wi-Fi password or check the equipment that is connected.
