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Release ASUS GT-BE98 Pro Firmware version 3.0.0.6.102_38984

cc666

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Just released, this looks like a major firmware release.

ASUS GT-BE98 Pro Firmware version 3.0.0.6.102_38984

Version 3.0.0.6.102_38984
68.55 MB 2025/08/11
SHA-256 :F8D1A3B7C90A1149C73E4F873982B70289B90760EBF032FA6E237EDE538CC0B7
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 10 characters with at least 1 letter, 1 digit and 1 special symbol, and no 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.

Bug Fixes:
- Fixed abnormal client list.
- Fixed abnormal GUI behavior of Wireguard VPN.
- Fixed USB internet backup conflict with main WAN.
- Fixed abnormal WAN detection while AiDetection is enabled.
- Improved AdGuard DNS GUI issues.
- Fixed IPv6 related issues.
- Improved USB tether compatibility for pixel phones.


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Just performed a "dirty" upgrade of stock f/w to version 3.0.0.6.102_38984 via the Administration page in the router GUI. I also, at the same time, updated the BE86U in my mesh network. I did change my router p/w to conform with the new standard prior to updating. I know Asus "strongly recommends" a factory reset after performing this update. Given that it would probably take me a few hours to get everything reconfigured, including all my mesh nodes, I decided to see what would happen if I did not factory reset. So far, anyway, at about an hour post-update, all is good, network is stable, mesh is working OK. If anything goes wonky, I'll go ahead and do the factory reset, but for now, all seems OK without it.
 
Since mine is in AP mode with 2 AiMesh nodes I decided to factory reset as advised. Installed it manually first. Then first removed RT-BE92U using the web Management tab, then removed the BQ16 Pro. Used the System Reset to Factory Default option under General -> AiMesh -> System Settings (tab). Re-setup as an AP with AiMesh, set up WiFi, then added the two nodes back. There were two agreements: one made me verify I am at least 16 yo., and the other privacy something....
 
Running 3 days now and no problems. Running perfectly. First firmware I have seen from Asus that has NO memory loss over time. MLO and 4 VLAN's setup and all running Perfectly.

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