Netgear Netgear WAC124

- The Netgear WAC124 is a wireless access point designed for small to medium-sized businesses and homes, offering reliable and secure connectivity.

Specifications

LAN: Gigabit Ethernet
WAN: Gigabit Ethernet
Mode: AP/Router
Wi-Fi: 802.11ac
Bands: 2.4/5 GHz
Ports: 1x GE WAN, 4x GE LAN
Radios: 2
MU-MIMO: Yes
Bandwidth: AC2000
LAN Ports: 4x GE
WAN Ports: 1x GE
Management: Web UI

Potential Threats

No known vulnerabilities found for this device.

Disable WPS — it is trivially bruteforced. Use WPA3 or WPA2-Enterprise. Restrict management access by IP.

Default IP

192.168.1.1

Default admin panel address for Netgear Netgear WAC124

IP Info Open Admin Panel

Default Credentials — Netgear Netgear WAC124

Username	Password	Access Type	Protocol	Port	Notes
		web	HTTP	80
		web	HTTPS	443

FAQ

What is the default password for Netgear Netgear WAC124?

The most common default credentials for Netgear Netgear WAC124 are listed in the table above. Always change these immediately after setup.

What is the default username for Netgear Netgear WAC124?

The default username for Netgear Netgear WAC124 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 Netgear Netgear WAC124?

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 Netgear Netgear WAC124 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.

Does Netgear Netgear WAC124 have known security vulnerabilities?

No CVE vulnerabilities have been linked to Netgear Netgear WAC124 in our database. This may mean the device has a good security record, or that vulnerabilities exist but have not been officially assigned CVE identifiers.

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