Broadcom Wi‑Fi bug can knock 5GHz networks offline — ASUS ships a fix as NETGEAR posts new January alerts
A vulnerability in Broadcom Wi‑Fi chipsets allows attackers within radio range to disable a router’s 5GHz network and disconnect clients using a single crafted Wi‑Fi frame. ASUS RT‑BE86U routers with firmware 3.0.0.6.102_37612 and older are affected; a fix is available in version 3.0.0.6.102_37841. Broadcom says it has shipped patches to device makers. NETGEAR urges users to update Orbi router firmware.