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Forbes
18-07-2025
- Forbes
GL.iNet's Slate AX Is A Small And Affordable Wi-Fi 6 Pocket Travel Router
The Wi-Fi 6 Slate AX pocket router is suitable for users who don't want or need Wi-Fi 7. In June, I reported on the launch of the Slate 7, one of the most advanced wireless travel routers from This compact and pocket-sized wireless router uses the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology and features a touchscreen as well as many other advanced function's. However, if all you need is an affordable wireless router that you can take with you on your travels to help you keep your data and devices safe online, then the Slate AX is a lower-priced option but still comes with plenty of advanced features but without the premium attached to Wi-Fi 7. And let's remember, not many client devices currently support Wi-Fi 7, although that is starting to change. Wi-Fi 6 Technology The Slate AX—which also goes under the snappy title of GL-AXT1800—is a high-security travel router that uses Wi-Fi 6 technology with four independent Wi-Fi signal amplifiers that boost connection stability. The Slate AX runs the latest OpenWrt operating system and can connect multiple devices with reduced signal interference. The Slate AX has one Gigabit WAN port and two Ethernet LAN ports. The router also has a USB ... More 3.0 port for storage or a cellular modem. Despite its compact size, the Slate AX has enough power to support heavy Wi-Fi usage and is sufficient for a family or small office. The router's compact design makes it easy to deploy and it provides the kind of convenience and security that power users on the move will appreciate. The Slate AX automatically encrypts all devices connected to its wireless network when using a VPN service. It can be used to broadcast Wi-Fi when staying at hotels where there's only an Ethernet or LAN connection, plus it can be used to mask data transfers from internet service providers when piggybacking on a public Wi-Fi hotspot in a café or hotel. Top Speed Of 1800Mbps The Wi-Fi 6 connectivity that the Slate AX offers is dual-band and it combines both bands to create an aggregated Wi-Fi speed of 1800Mbps, made up of 600Mbps for 2.4GHz and 1200Mbps for 5GHz. BY plugging in a hard drive or SSD to the Slate AX's USB port, you can create your own NAS. All of routers use the powerful and open source OpenWrt operating system. Slate AX uses on the latest OpenWrt Kernel version 4.4.70 and it comes with the user-friendly Imagebuilder application to enable easy customization of firmware packages. The Slate AX has two adjustable external antennas to extend the router's connection range. The antennas also help to improve the stability of the network. The Slate AX also comes with Wi-Fi 6's Base Service Station Coloring. This feature measures the carious Wi-Fi channel thresholds and automatically selects the channel with lowest usage. BSS Coloring helps improve the stability of the connection by minimizing the risk of the router picking up any signal interference. Mass Device Connectivity is another feature of the Slate AX thanks to multi-user, multiple-input, multiple-output technology (MU-MIMO). This feature processes multiple data streams from devices that connected simultaneously to the Wi-Fi. Instead of queuing network traffic into a single data stream, MU-MIMO reduces the queuing delay when there's excessive traffic on the network. The Slate AX wireless router is small enough to fit in the palm of a hand. This compact router also supports OFDMA technology which enables multiple devices to receive data from a single transmission. The result is considerably improved transmission efficiency when multiple devices are connected to the router. Open VPN And WireGuard The Slate AX is pre-installed with OpenVPN and WireGuard and supports more than 30 VPN services. There's support for VPN remote access to client devices using GoodCloud and all network traffic is automatically encrypted. The network uses the latest version of Internet Protocol IPv6, and supports Cloudflare DNS over TLS security protocol, providing a more secure network. Network Attached Storage file sharing is also supported by the Slate AX and there's a user-friendly smartphone app for managing the router, providing the flexibility of high-speed local file transfer between connected devices or any microSD cards or storage devices attached to the router's USB port or memory card slot. The Slate AX is approved to use Dynamic Frequency Selection in U.S., Europe and Japan. DFS enables the router's 5GHz network to take advantage of additional wireless frequencies that normally reserved for military, satellite and weather radar applications. The sue of additional channels can help lower network congestion. The Slate AX (GL-AXT1800) is available now from outlets like Amazon and costs £99.99 / £99.99 / €99.99.
Associated Press
31-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Atsign Advances Private Website Security with the Power of Invisibility
SAN JOSE, Calif., March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atsign today announced that NoPorts™ fundamentally changes how private websites are secured. Unlike current systems where the web entry point is visible to anyone on the internet, NoPorts makes the entire website invisible until a person is cryptographically authenticated. This eliminates a significant attack vector, ensuring only authorized individuals can access the site. Private websites, containing sensitive data for organizations like legal offices, healthcare providers, and financial institutions, typically have open ports and allow connections prior to authentication. This makes it possible for bad actors to find them by scanning for open ports and then attempt to break into them through a variety of means including credential stuffing, brute-force attacks, and social engineering methods used to bypass multi-factor authentication. 'Current 'private' websites are fundamentally flawed. They are easily discovered by bad actors thanks to open ports and allow connections prior to authentication, enabling a variety of attacks. NoPorts flips that model, by closing all inbound network ports and demanding cryptographic proof of identity before any connection, ensuring true invisibility and security,' said Barbara Tallent, CEO of Atsign. NoPorts enhances security through: Invisibility - By closing open ports, NoPorts prevents unauthorized discovery and access. Cryptographic Identity Verification - NoPorts replaces traditional authentication methods by requiring cryptographic authentication prior to connection, eliminating a variety of cyber attacks including the risks associated with passwords and MFA. End-to-End Encryption - All traffic is encrypted, ensuring data remains protected even if a network is compromised. This approach strengthens security without adding complexity for authorized individuals. NoPorts simplifies security management and reduces IT overhead while providing robust protection against cyber threats. This announcement builds upon Atsign's ongoing development of NoPorts technology, which has already been applied to OpenWrt devices, APIs, AI models, and cloud infrastructure, demonstrating the technology's broad applicability. About NoPorts NoPorts eliminates network & security vulnerabilities by securing connections between people, entities, and things making them invisible to would-be attackers by eliminating attack network surfaces. Built on Atsign's atPlatform, NoPorts provides a zero trust architecture, end-to-end encryption, and no reliance on cumbersome security layers, enabling seamless and secure communication across virtually any environment. Organizations gain scalability, operational efficiency, and stronger security—all while reducing costs and complexity. For more information, visit About Atsign At Atsign, we believe that people, entities, and things—including AI—should connect securely and directly, while always being invisible to bad actors. By eliminating the need for open ports and centralized servers, the atPlatform empowers developers and organizations to build applications with 'invisible' security built in, placing data and device control back into the hands of their owners. Atsign is the creator of the atPlatform, the most robust infrastructure available for 'invisible networking' and secure, private, peer-to-peer connectivity. Learn more at 844-827-0985
Zawya
20-03-2025
- Zawya
D-Link recommends replacing routers affected by the vulnerability discovered by Positive Technologies
Dubai: Vladimir Razov, an expert from the PT SWARM team, has discovered a vulnerability in several models of D-Link routers. According to Mordor Intelligence, D-Link is one of the top three Wi-Fi router manufacturers in the world. The vendor has been notified of the threat in line with the responsible disclosure policy and recommends that users switch to more recent devices. The vulnerability, which is registered as BDU:2024-06211 with a CVSS 3.0 score of 8.4, affects the following D-Link models: DIR-878, DIR-882, DIR-2640-US, DIR-1960-US, DIR-2660-US, DIR-3040-US, DIR-3060-US, DIR-867-US, DIR-882-US, DIR-882/RE, DIR-882-CA, and DIR-882-US/RE. At the time of the research, vulnerable routers could be discovered using search engines in the United States, Canada, Sweden, China, Indonesia, and Taiwan. According to the manufacturer, these models are no longer supported. D-Link recommends retiring the outdated devices and replacing them with supported devices that receive firmware updates. "If this vulnerability is successfully exploited, a malicious user authorized in the router's web interface can compromise the entire device and gain access to all traffic passing through it," says Vladimir Razov, Web Application Security Analyst at PT SWARM, the offensive security department at Positive Technologies. As a temporary measure to mitigate the threat, Vladimir Razov recommends using OpenWrt (an open-source embedded operating system based on the Linux kernel and designed specifically for routers) or changing the login credentials for accessing the router's web interface. Previously, Positive Technologies helped address vulnerabilities in Zyxel routers and other Zyxel devices. Positive Technologies also enhanced its PT Industrial Security Incident Manager (PT ISIM) with an additional expertise pack, enabling cybersecurity teams to detect attempts to exploit vulnerabilities in MikroTik routers and Cisco switches. -Ends- About Positive Technologies Positive Technologies is an industry leader in result-driven cybersecurity and a major global provider of information security solutions. Our mission is to safeguard businesses and entire industries against cyberattacks and non-tolerable damage. Over 4,000 organizations worldwide use technologies and services developed by our company. Positive Technologies is the first and only cybersecurity company in Russia publicly available on the Moscow Exchange (MOEX: POSI), with 205,000 shareholders and counting. Follow us on X, LinkedIn, and in the News section at
TECHx
19-03-2025
- TECHx
Vulnerability Discovered in D-Link Routers, Users Urged to Upgrade - TECHx Media Vulnerability Discovered in D-Link Routers, Users Urged to Upgrade
Vladimir Razov, an expert from PT SWARM, has uncovered a critical vulnerability affecting several D-Link router models. D-Link, recognized as one of the top three Wi-Fi router manufacturers globally by Mordor Intelligence, has been informed of the issue under the responsible disclosure policy. The company recommends users replace older devices with newer, supported models. The vulnerability, assigned BDU:2024-06211 and a CVSS 3.0 score of 8.4, impacts the following D-Link models: DIR-878, DIR-882, DIR-2640-US, DIR-1960-US, DIR-2660-US, DIR-3040-US, DIR-3060-US, DIR-867-US, DIR-882-US, DIR-882/RE, DIR-882-CA, and DIR-882-US/RE. Vulnerable routers can be identified through search engines in regions including the United States, Canada, Sweden, China, Indonesia, and Taiwan. As these models are no longer supported by D-Link, the company advises users to retire outdated devices and replace them with supported ones that receive regular firmware updates. 'If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with authorized access to the router's web interface to compromise the device and intercept all network traffic,' said Vladimir Razov, Web Application Security Analyst at PT SWARM, the offensive security division of Positive Technologies. As a temporary solution, Razov suggests using OpenWrt, an open-source operating system for routers, or changing login credentials to enhance security. Positive Technologies has previously addressed vulnerabilities in Zyxel routers and other devices. Additionally, the company has updated its PT Industrial Security Incident Manager (PT ISIM) to help cybersecurity teams detect exploitation attempts targeting MikroTik routers and Cisco switches.
