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Asus RT-AC68U

Asus RT-AC68U AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Wi-Fi Router.

Asus RT-AC68U

Specifications

CPU
BCM4709A 1GHz dual-core
USB
1x USB 3.0 + 1x USB 2.0
Wi-Fi
2.4GHz 600Mbps + 5GHz 1300Mbps
Ports
4x Gigabit

Potential Threats

6
Critical
6
High
1
Medium
0
Low

19 Known CVEs

6 critical vulnerabilities found — immediate patching required.
Change the default admin password and login URL. Disable WPS and remote management. Enable WPA3 if supported.

Default IP

192.168.1.1

Default admin panel address for Asus RT-AC68U

Default Credentials — Asus RT-AC68U

Username Password Access Type Protocol Port Notes
web HTTP 80
web HTTPS 8443

Known CVE Vulnerabilities (19)

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CVE-2021-37317 2023

Directory Traversal vulnerability in Cloud Disk in ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware version before 3.0.0.4.386.41634 allows remote attackers to write arb...

9.1
CVE-2021-37316 2023

SQL injection vulnerability in Cloud Disk in ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware version before 3.0.0.4.386.41634 allows remote attackers to view sensitive...

7.5
CVE-2021-37315 2023

Incorrect Access Control issue discoverd in Cloud Disk in ASUS RT-AC68U router firmware version before 3.0.0.4.386.41634 allows remote attackers to wr...

9.1
CVE-2021-43702 2022

ASUS RT-A88U 3.0.0.4.386_45898 is vulnerable to Cross Site Scripting (XSS). The ASUS router admin panel does not sanitize the WiFI logs correctly, if...

9.0
CVE-2021-45757 2022

ASUS AC68U <=3.0.0.4.385.20852 is affected by a buffer overflow in blocking.cgi, which may cause a denial of service (DoS).

7.5
CVE-2021-45756 2022

Asus RT-AC68U <3.0.0.4.385.20633 and RT-AC5300 <3.0.0.4.384.82072 are affected by a buffer overflow in blocking_request.cgi.

9.8
CVE-2021-3128 2021

In ASUS RT-AX3000, ZenWiFi AX (XT8), RT-AX88U, and other ASUS routers with firmware < 3.0.0.4.386.42095 or < 9.0.0.4.386.41994, when IPv6 is used, a r...

7.5
CVE-2018-20335 2020

An issue was discovered in ASUSWRT 3.0.0.4.384.20308. An unauthenticated user can trigger a DoS of the httpd service via the /APP_Installation.asp?= U...

7.5
CVE-2018-20334 2020

An issue was discovered in ASUSWRT 3.0.0.4.384.20308. When processing the /start_apply.htm POST data, there is a command injection issue via shell met...

9.8
CVE-2018-20333 2020

An issue was discovered in ASUSWRT 3.0.0.4.384.20308. An unauthenticated user can request /update_applist.asp to see if a USB device is attached to th...

7.5

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FAQ

What is the default password for Asus RT-AC68U?

The most common default credentials for Asus RT-AC68U are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Asus RT-AC68U?

The default username for Asus RT-AC68U is typically "admin". The full list of default credentials including username, password, access type and port is shown in the table on this page.

How do I change the password on Asus RT-AC68U?

Log in to the admin panel using the default credentials listed above. Navigate to Administration → Password or System → Account settings. Enter the current password and set a new strong password. Save the changes.

How do I reset Asus RT-AC68U to factory defaults?

Locate the Reset button (usually a small pinhole on the back/bottom of the device). Hold it for 10-30 seconds while powered on until the LEDs flash. The device will reboot with default settings.

Is it safe to leave default credentials unchanged?

No. Default credentials are publicly known and frequently exploited by automated scanners. Change the admin password immediately after first login.

What IP address do I use to log in to Asus RT-AC68U?

The default admin login address for Asus RT-AC68U is shown in the "Default IP" field above. Most routers use 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. Open a browser on a device connected to the router and navigate to that IP.

How do I change the Wi-Fi password on Asus RT-AC68U?

Log in to the router admin panel at the default IP address. Go to Wireless or Wi-Fi settings. Find the WPA2/WPA3 passphrase field and update it. Save and reconnect your devices.

How do I secure Asus RT-AC68U after setup?

Change the default admin password and Wi-Fi password immediately. Disable WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) — it is vulnerable to brute-force attacks. Enable WPA3 encryption if supported. Turn off remote management unless needed. Keep firmware updated.

Does Asus RT-AC68U have known security vulnerabilities?

Asus RT-AC68U has 19 known CVE vulnerabilities documented in our database. The full list with severity ratings is shown on this page. Apply the latest firmware update from the manufacturer to address known issues.

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