Airport Express exposure to VPNFilter malware

I've had several clients with the same question so I researched it today.

The short answer is that you are likely safe.

I found no reported instances of Apple devices being impacted by the VPNFilter malware.

Because the architecture of Apple's hardware and software is radically different from Netgear and Linksys devices, I would not expect Apple Airports to have the same vulnerabilities.

As of April 2018, Apple no longer produces Airport devices, but they've committed to maintaining patches and security updates for another 5 years.

Though THIS virus does not seem to affect the Apple products, it should be a reminder to keep firmware and software up to date. When opening the Airport Utility, open Preferences. (Command ,) Select "check for updates automatically" then choose daily, weekly, or monthly depending on your risk level.

According to Ars Technica these are the routers that are affected:

• Linksys E1200
• Linksys E2500
• Linksys WRVS4400N
• Mikrotik RouterOS for Cloud Core Routers: Versions 1016, 1036, and 1072
• Netgear DGN2200
• Netgear R6400
• Netgear R7000
• Netgear R8000
• Netgear WNR1000
• Netgear WNR2000
• QNAP TS251
• QNAP TS439 Pro
• Other QNAP NAS devices running QTS software
• TP-Link R600VPN

Does anyone know if Airport Express routers are exposed to the VPNFilter malware

Yes, if you have the AirPort Express configured to act as the main router on your network.

am seeing suggestions for other router models to do a factory reset to eliminate the malware involved.

No word from Apple with any details on this issue, or any information about a possible firmware update to address the problem.

I would also like to get an answer to this question. I've rebooted my hardware but an am seeing suggestions for other router models to do a factory reset to eliminate the malware involved.

Please advise.