Is the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 still getting security updates?
The manufacturer guarantees security updates for the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 until 31 December 2028 or later.
The date after which a device gets no more security fixes is also called its end of life (EOL) or end of support.
Security updates guaranteed until
31 December 2028 or later780 days left on 12 November 2026
What to do. Keep automatic updates on, or check for new firmware every few months. Nothing else to do for now.
Support timeline
Questions
Is the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 still getting security updates?
The manufacturer guarantees security updates for the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 until 31 December 2028 or later.
What does end of life mean for the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16?
After its end of life, the ASUS ZenWiFi BQ16 receives no more security fixes from ASUS. It keeps working, but any vulnerability found later stays open, which makes it an easy target once attackers know about it.
Where does this date come from?
From the manufacturer: [Networking Product] Duration of Security Update Support (only for UK). Each date is shown exactly as published.
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