Cybersecurity Expert Highlights Risks of Neglected Wi-Fi Routers in U.S. Homes
Recent reports have highlighted the significant risks associated with neglected Wi-Fi routers in U.S. homes. Russian intelligence hackers, identified as APT28, exploited vulnerabilities in home routers across 23 states to create a shadow network, intercepting network traffic and stealing credentials. This incident underscores the critical role routers play in managing data flow between the internet and home devices. Stephen Boyce, a cybersecurity professor at Duke University, emphasized the importance of routers in online privacy and security, noting that they act as gateways for data entering and leaving homes. Despite their importance, many users overlook router maintenance, leaving them vulnerable to attacks. 
