Security Threat--Alcatel Speed Touch Home DSL Modem

Hackers can exploit a security hole and take control of computers using the modem according to this Excite News article. Alcatel does not plan a firmware upgrade to close the hole and suggests that concerned users purchase firewall software. [Dana Baggett]

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