DD-WRT Kong Mods Updated for NETGEAR Routers

All NETGEAR DD-WRT "Kong Mod" builds have been updated to the latest version. This version (any Kong or BrainSlayer mod after 10/25/17), according to the DD-WRT wiki, addresses the KRACK vulnerability.

Grab the latest version for your device in our Downloads section, and please post to the forums if you have any questions!

Update from NETGEAR on "KRACK" Vulnerability

For those using NETGEAR stock firmware, the company has provided a detailed article outlining the vulnerability and those affected.

For stock firmware, routers and gateways are affected by the vulnerability only when running in bridge mode. NETGEAR has already begun releasing updated firmware for affected devices, and the list can be found here:

https://kb.netgear.com/000049498/Security-Advisory-for-WPA-2-Vulnerabili...

"KRACK" Vulnerability Patched in DD-WRT SVN

As of today and to the best of our knowledge, a patch for the KRACK WPA2 vuilnerability has been added to the DD-WRT SVN.

We will be posting updated DD-WRT builds from our community developers as soon as possible.

More information on the KRACK vulnerability:

Voxel's Custom Firmware Updated for NETGEAR R7800, R9000

Community developer Voxel has updated builds for everyone to enjoy. The R7800 build has been updated to 1.02.36.SF, and the R9000 build to 1.02.43.HF-HW.

Quick Review of the NETGEAR S8000 Nighthawk Gaming Switch

The perfect companion to the high performance line of NETGEAR Nighthawk routers, the S8000 gaming switch has features that a lot of us geeks really love. Here's an overview of what's on offer.

S8000 NETGEAR Gaming Switch

S8000 (GS808E) Overview

S8000 Switch Main Menu

DD-WRT for NETGEAR R6400v2 Updated to rev31884

Community developer Tathagata Das has updated his DD-WRT build for the NETGEAR R6400v2 to revision 31884.

See the changelog and grab the download here!

Voxel's Firmware for NETGEAR R9000 Updated, Supports HW Crypto

Community developer Voxel has released another update to the custom firmware for NETGEAR's X10 Nighthawk R9000, adding hardware OpenSSL acceleration. Grab it from the downloads area!

Chengelog:

Changes (vs 1.0.2.41HF):

DD-WRT Kong Mod Updated for NETGEAR X10 R9000 (2017-08-09)

In case you didn't know, and happen to be an owner of a finely crafted NETGEAR R9000, Kong's got a dynamite DD-WRT build available. This was just updated and is the latest release since 2017-June.

How to Set Up OpenVPN Client on NETGEAR R9000 with Voxel's Firmware

OpenVPN on R9000 with Voxel's Firmware
One of the most popular reasons to use open source firmware is to run an OpenVPN client on the main router in the home. This enables users to easily route all traffic on the network, wireless or wired, through a secure VPN connection. This can help to increase security as well as protect a user's online privacy.
Firmwares such as DD-WRT and Tomato, in many versions, have an OpenVPN client built in -- and many VPN providers include instructions on how to utilize these clients to connect to their services.
 

DD-WRT Kong Mod Updated for R7500v2, R7800

R7800 and R7500v2 owners, if you're using Kong's DD-WRT build (or need to upgrade) the latest release is out as of 07/24!

Grab the downloads here.

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