WiFi password changed without permission

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Your devices suddenly disconnect and your password no longer works.

Symptoms
  • "Incorrect password"
  • Cannot connect
  • Router reset
Possible Causes
  • Router hijacked
  • Physical reset by someone else

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Reset Router

Hold the physical reset button for 10 seconds to restore factory defaults.

2

Change Admin Password

The default "admin/admin" login is how hackers get in.

3

Update Firmware

Fixes security holes that allow remote password changes.

When to See a Technician

Always change the "Admin" password of your router, not just the WiFi password.

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