I use modem mode with a hub 3 amd my own tp link touter which is 5 years old single channel and no recent firmware is available since 2021 and it does have known exploits for my model version.I was wondering if I do need to replace my exisiting router for a better model, but would want one that will just plug in and go with no problems, perhaps Asus or netgear for example, one that will update firmware automatically preffered,but just a cheap one would do as long as it is secure, so any suggestions would be helpful.Or If the risk is low, can I continue with my old TP Link as I have had no issues.

This would do thenTP-Link Archer BE3600 Router WiFi 7 BE3600Mbps, WiFi Router, 2.5G Ports, USB 3.0 Port, Maximized Coverage, VPN Router, Internet Booster Routers, WiFi Booster, HomeShield Security, Easy Setup,EasyMesh : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories

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legacy1
Alessandro Volta
21 days ago
All home routers are easy and plug and play
whats your upper budget?
- ALF28
  Super solver
  20 days ago
  I would spend up to £100.
  The flaw is as follows-
  Three TP-Link router models have been attacked with a command injection vulnerability with a severity score of 8.8; the flaw is considered highly severe.
  This means the firmware can be attacked, but I have not been aware of any issues myself.
  No harm in updating to be on the safe side if I can find one that updates automatically.
  - legacy1
    Alessandro Volta
    20 days ago
    This would do then
    TP-Link Archer BE3600 Router WiFi 7 BE3600Mbps, WiFi Router, 2.5G Ports, USB 3.0 Port, Maximized Coverage, VPN Router, Internet Booster Routers, WiFi Booster, HomeShield Security, Easy Setup,EasyMesh : Amazon.co.uk: Computers & Accessories
- ALF28
  Super solver
  19 days ago
  I found out my old tp link wr940n end of life was 2023, the tp link help line did say if it still works I could use it, but advised the replacement was the archer be3600 , which I have now ordered and pick up tomorrow from Argos, so best to renew every 3 to 5 years, they do not give end of life as it is unknown, but it has a 3 year guarantee.
  - Adduxi
    Very Insightful Person
    19 days ago
    It seems EOL is about 3 years after TP-Link stop selling the product, so that model was launched around late 2024, so I'm guessing there is a good bit of life in the BE3600 yet.
    Hopefully the setup will be a breeze and you'll be surfing in no time !
Cardiffman282
Community elder
20 days ago
Keep going if no issues.
Tudor
Very Insightful Person
20 days ago
All retail type ‘routers’ are always the ones targeted by scammers and the vendors take some time to issue fixes. If you want to future proof, the take a look at the UniFi range. They are always very quick to issue fixes and being a business class range get much better support than normal ‘retail’ systems.
https://uk.store.ui.com/uk/en/category/all-cloud-gateways
ALF28
Super solver
20 days ago
Thanks for all the advice, I will review the suggestions and upgrade when I decide on a router, and I checked most are backward compatible for older devices, I will also look at security aspects.
Roger_Gooner
Alessandro Volta
19 days ago
Wait a bit as VM is upgrading hub 3s with hub 5s. If this is offered take it and see if you still need your own router.

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