Your router helps distribute the Internet throughout your network, but it also runs the risk of bringing more than just the Internet to your devices. Hackers have become intelligent enough to spread malware, ransomware, and other cybersecurity threats to put your entire network at risk.
Just yesterday it was reported that hackers have been using vulnerable and exposed routers to redirect users to malicious COVID-19 related app aiming at your personal data. Now, the question is how can one protect their routers against such threats? While this might seem like an insurmountable task, there are things that you can do to keep your router and WiFi safe from hackers.
1: Adjust your router’s settings
The first step you should take is to check your router’s security settings. Many users will leave the default settings in place, not realizing that they can be adjusted. Their level of adjustment depends on the router itself, but all routers have some defense.
Log into your router’s settings. The login information should be supplied with the router, which usually involves an IP address and password. There, you should change the login information to make the password unique and difficult to guess, so hackers cannot simply log into your network.
2: Change WiFi’s name
The next thing that you should do is change the name of your WiFi. The service set identifier (SSID) is the default ..
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