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ASUS

ZenWiFi BT6

Actively updated well evidenced

firmware is arriving about as often as it always has

42 days since the last release against a median gap of 88 (0.5x)

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Last firmware
19 August 2026 (42 days ago)
Releases seen
8
Update rhythm
about every 3 months
Support observed
≥2 years
Vendor's promise
no support period we can evaluate
Patch latency
not measurable — its changelogs name no CVE ids

Firmware history

  1. 3.0.0.6.102_58540 19 August 2026

    Release notes — disclosure 0.55
    New Features- LED Scheduler: Added scheduling support for LED (including Night Mode), so lighting can turn on or off automatically on a custom schedule.- New Time Zone Options: Added "Vancouver, Whitehorse (PST7)" and "Edmonton, Yellowknife (MST6)" time zone options for Canada. Bug Fixes and Enhancements- Improved MAC address display logic on the WDS (wireless bridge) page, fixing cases where the band name and its MAC address were shown incorrectly.- Fixed an issue where Client List sorting could stop working under certain conditions, and removed a duplicate wired device card in the "By Interface" view.- Optimized the IPv6 address design for Networks.- Improved handling of unstable network cables.- Improved stability during the AiMesh node setup process.- Fixed an issue where a physical LAN port could disappear after the setup process when using the automatic WAN type detection mechanism.- Improved AP Isolation synchronization for Networks profiles that don't use a dedicated subnet.- Strengthened firewall rule configuration for UPnP, improving port-forwarding stability and firewall rule restoration reliability.- Improved Network stylesheet loading reliability.- Fixed an issue where the URL-forwarding utility could become unresponsive after an internal network component update. Security Fixes- Strengthened data handling in Networks configuration functions.- Improved data validation in Networks rule list processing.- Fixed a data-handling issue in the DNS query caching component.- Strengthened verification when a software component downloads external resources, improving connection security.- Adjusted the information response mechanism of the device discovery service, strengthening protection of device information.- Fixed a data-handling issue in a firmware component on a specific model.- Improved data-display handling in a web function to enhance browsing security.- Strengthened input data validation in a device-pairing web function.- Improved data validation in the configuration file upload/sync function.- Improved how the account service restart process is handled.- Removed a non-essential internal function endpoint, strengthening overall access control.- Adjusted the debug file access mechanism, strengthening protection of internal data.- Strengthened data handling in the system logging function.We recommend upgrading to this version to maintain optimal protection.
  2. 3.0.0.6.102_58405 6 May 2026

    Release notes — disclosure 0.35
    Security Fixes- Enhanced DNS name handling to address a potential memory issue that could occur in rare cases during name format conversion, improving system security and robustness.- Improved safeguards for execution modules to reduce the risk of substitution during certain processes.
  3. 3.0.0.6.102_58403 24 February 2026

    Release notes — disclosure 0.45
    Improvements:- Optimized Wi-Fi roaming stability for devices supporting 802.11k but not allowing 11v.- Improved Wi-Fi roaming compatibility and stability for iOS 26 devices.- Refined accessibility-related UI and interaction details.- Improved overall remote connection stability.- Improved system behavior when using System diagnostic on feedback page.- Optimized LED accuracy for AiMesh Ethernet onboarding status.- Fixed temporary disconnections during client roaming via roam-assist.Bug Fixes:- Fixed connection failures when using 5GHz 160MHz bandwidth.- Fixed an issue preventing 5G WPS from enabling correctly.- Fixed connectivity issues with NOW TV after configuration.- Fixed incorrect connection status display for certain Wi-Fi devices.- Fixed AiMesh nodes not displayed correctly in the device list.- Fixed a disconnection issue that occurred after enabling the MAC Filter.- Fixed main network connectivity issue when enabling IPv6 for both the main network and Smart Home Network.Security Enhancements:- Enhanced system API validation for stronger protection consistency.- Strengthened command handling and system resource access controls.- Improved system logging and security event recording mechanisms.
  4. 3.0.0.6.102_58272 27 October 2025

    Release notes — disclosure 0.41
    - Enhanced system stability.- Enhanced input validation and refactored legacy string handling routines to ensure robust memory management.- Mitigated security risks in AiCloud service by enforcing strict credential verification, implementing robust file path validation, and hardening command execution logic to prevent unauthorized access and manipulation of system resources.- Implemented comprehensive validation and expanded command filtering in the web history API.- Strengthened input validation and directory handling in the VPN configuration upload interface.- Fixed an issue that allowed certain user settings to be bypassed, improving overall user control and protection.
  5. 3.0.0.6.102_58235 30 September 2025

    Release notes — disclosure 0.45
    Important: After installing this firmware, we strongly recommend performing a factory-default reset to activate every new security adjustment.Security Enhancements- Password Policy Upgrade – Minimum of 10 characters, including at least one letter, one digit, and one special character; disallows consecutive identical characters; hardens defense against brute-force attacks.- HTTPS on 8443 – Management interface now served over TLS by default.- UPnP Disabled – Universal Plug and Play starts in the off state for reduced surface exposure.- AiCloud Authentication Hardening (CWE-287) – Added layered verification.- Authentication Logic Refactor – Removed redundant code paths for a lean sign-in flow.- Memory Safety Guard (CWE-476) – Introduced null-reference protections across critical services.- Enhanced IPsec Parameter Validation – The existing input checks have been hardened.- Data Exposure Mitigation (CWE-200) – Reinforced controls on sensitive pathways.- Detailed Audit Trails – Expanded logging within the authentication module.System Improvements- Connection Stability – Core algorithms refined for steadier links.- Scheduling Accuracy – Timed tasks execute reliably under PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP WAN modes.- Client List Maintenance – Resolved an issue that prevented offline devices from being removed from the client list- Upload speed - Improve upload speed performance.- Page buffering - Improve page loading speed.
  6. 3.0.0.6.102_56914 20 June 2025

    Release notes — disclosure 0.50
    [Bug Fixes]- Fixed an issue where the SSID was not discoverable by clients when configuring WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise security.- Fixed an issue in AiMesh where nodes with an unideal uplink connection status were not being optimized after any node joined the router.- Fixed a potential DNS Open Resolver vulnerability- Fixed compatibility issue of MLO clients.- Fixed a problem affecting 5 GHz connections when operating in repeater mode.- Fixed an anomaly in the wireless scheduler functionality.- Fixed an issue preventing the configuration of time scheduling for the guest network client.- Fixed a potential crash issue related to prolonged usage of AiProtection.- Fixed failed to limit bandwidth as intended.- Fixed a problem where Now TV IPTV was unable to obtain an IP address.- Fixed Now IPTV to malfunction due to incorrect firewall rules.- Fixed a WiFi crash issue caused by certain feature configurations.[Enhancements]- Improved AiMesh and MLO stability.- Improved the stability of IoT device connections.- Improved Smart Home Master connectivity of nodes in the AiMesh system.- Fixed connection fail issue when manually setting up WireGuard VPN.- Added a "Hide Backhaul SSID" option. Enabling this option will disable the random SSID.- Security updates.
  7. 3.0.0.6.102_56839 24 March 2025

    Release notes — disclosure 0.45
    [New] WPA Encryption Setting Including the option to select AES for improved client compatibility. (It can be found under "Network > Main Network") [Enhancements] - Improved AiMesh backhaul stability. - AiMesh Node WAN port can be used as LAN. - Enhanced security of system command processing to guard against potential malicious operations. - Perfected JavaScript-related security mechanisms, offering a more secure web interaction environment. - Strengthened input validation and data processing workflows to further protect information security. - Enhanced AiCloud password protection mechanisms, safeguarding against unauthorized access attempts. - Enhanced input parameter handling techniques to improve data processing stability and system security. - Enhance system access control mechanisms. - Optimized memory management mechanisms, improving system efficiency and stability. [Bug Fixes] - Fixed connectivity issue with Apple wireless devices. - Fixed the UI compatibility issue with the Chrome browser update. - Fixed UI issues during VPN file export. - Fixed irregularities in AiProtection. - Fixed client binding issues in Mesh scenarios. - Fixed Smart home Master profile can not connect to the internet after appling AdGuard. - Fixed LAN device disconnections after SDN configuration. - Fixed an issue that could lead to system failures following a reboot. - Fixed wireless network settings page disappears in AP mode on the WebGUI. - Fixed the issue where devices do not appear in the client list after connecting to the ASUS router. - Fixed compatibility issues with older models, preventing WiFi malfunctions after SDN settings.
  8. 3.0.0.6.102_56789 3 January 2025

    Release notes — disclosure 0.36
    Bug Fixes and Enhancements:- Improved AiMesh and MLO stability.- Improved connectivity of IoT devices.- Improved Smart Home Master connectivity of nodes in the AiMesh system.- Fixed failed to limit bandwidth as intended.- Fixed compatibility issue of MLO clients.- Fixed connection fail issue when manually setting up WireGuard VPN.- Security updates.

Evidence

2 archived pages sit behind this record, the earliest read on 2 August 2026. Everything above was read from them, and each is kept byte for byte so it can be checked after the vendor edits the original.

Identifiers: marketing_name ZenWiFi BT6

Judged by lifecycle-1 on 30 September 2026. How these verdicts are computed.

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