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Zyxel GS1900 June patch missed flaw used in attacks on 996 switches

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found that 's June firmware patch did not block the exploit used in a wave of attacks against 996 switches. The article gives no CVE identifier or fixed firmware version. Defenders with GS1900 switches should not treat the June update as a complete fix, should check the vendor's advisories for a corrected release, and should review exposure of management interfaces.

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What to do

  1. Check whether you run Zyxel GS1900 switches.
  2. Do not rely on the June patch alone, as it did not block the exploit.
  3. Watch the vendor's advisories for a corrected firmware release and apply it when available.

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