![]() But again, Medialink routers are not currently targeted by this threat. This will help the FBI understand which devices are under attack because they will be able to see the new traffic as the router powers back on and the malware reconnects to the system. When you reboot (aka power cycle) your router, you interrupt the process of the malware known as VPNFilter. Here’s what the FBI wants you to do to help them: Your router is (currently) safe from this attack. You should see your lights flicker or turn off and on.Medialink routers are not known to be vulnerable to this new threat called VPNFilter. Press and hold the button for 10 seconds or more. This should happen automatically, but if it doesn’t, you can manually restart the router by pressing and holding down the reset button, which is usually found at the back of the device. Reboot the router once the firmware has been fully applied.If you unplug or turn off the router, it can render the device unusable and may cause irreversible damage to your router. Note that the update process can take a few minutes, and it’s important that you don’t interrupt it. This can be done by clicking on a button like Update, or it might start automatically. This will usually be an image file, and the largest file in the ZIP folder you downloaded. Select the router update file on your desktop.In the Update section, click on Choose File or Browse.Note: If you don’t know how to extract a ZIP file, check out our article on how to open a ZIP file on a Mac or PC here. Open the ZIP file and extract the firmware files out. Since the files come in a ZIP file, you will have to extract it, meaning you will move the files from the compressed folder to an alternate location. Extract the file and move it to your desktop.Make sure you’re downloading the firmware update that is specifically for your router model. This is often contained in a “.ZIP” file, which is a compressed folder containing one or more files. You can simply search for your router’s model number to find the firmware update files. Go to your router manufacturer’s website.Some routers also get firmware updates automatically, so you might not be able to update it manually. Note: If you don’t see this section, make sure to check your manufacturer’s website for steps specific to the make and model of your router. The location of this can vary depending on the make and model of your router. This can usually be found in the Advanced, Administration, or Management section. Locate the Firmware or Update section.To find out more, check out our article on how to log into your router and change its password. Note: If you don’t remember your router’s username and password, you can reset your router and use the default login information. If this is your first time logging into your router, you can find the log-in information in your router’s manual or on the router itself. ![]() Note: If you see a screen that warns you about your connection, you can click Proceed or Advanced > Proceed. If you don’t know what your router’s IP address is, check out our article on how to find your router’s IP address. Type your routers IP address into the search bar of any web browser.You won’t be able to access your router’s settings if you are outside of your router’s WiFi network. Note: Your computer must be connected to your router’s network. Update on your router manufacturer’s website. The Firmware or Update section and download the latest firmware IP address into your web browser and enter your login information. To update your router’s firmware, type your router’s
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