Google Chromecast 2015 (2nd generation)
This older Chromecast is still common. The main risk is app drift and firmware receiving less attention than recent models.
Streaming and TVConnected device risk pages - DeviceSunsetCheck
Crawlable pages for Chromecast, routers, cameras, TVs and NAS with risks, fixes and alternatives.
Google Chromecast 1st generation (2013)
The 2013 Chromecast has reached end of support: Google no longer delivers firmware updates and most streaming apps have dropped support.
Streaming and TVGoogle Chromecast Ultra (2016)
The Chromecast Ultra (2016) still works for basic 4K but receives fewer updates than recent models and some 4K apps are dropping support.
Streaming and TVAmazon Fire TV Stick 1st generation (2014)
Amazon has ended support for the 1st generation Fire TV Stick: it no longer receives Fire OS updates and major apps refuse to install.
Streaming and TVApple Apple TV 3rd generation (2012)
The Apple TV 3rd generation never had the App Store and runs on Apple firmware frozen since 2016. Only native Apple services (iTunes Movies) remain partially accessible.
Streaming and TVGoogle / ASUS Nexus Player (2014)
The Nexus Player lost Android TV support in 2019. Recent apps refuse to install and the device has received no security patches for several years.
Streaming and TVSamsung Smart TV 2017 (Tizen 3.x)
A TV can remain excellent as a display but weak as an app platform. The main risk is video apps changing their requirements.
Streaming and TVLG Smart TV webOS 3.x (2016)
LG webOS 3.x TVs (2016) no longer receive major updates. Several apps like Netflix have dropped webOS 3 support.
Streaming and TVSony BRAVIA Android TV (2015)
2015 BRAVIA Android TVs run Android 5.x and no longer receive security updates. Some apps require Android 7 or later.
Streaming and TVRoku Roku Streaming Stick (2013, model 3500)
The 2013 Roku Streaming Stick no longer receives Roku OS updates. Major channels have stopped support and new Roku features are inaccessible.
Streaming and TVAmazon Fire TV 1st generation box (2014)
Amazon's first Fire TV box (2014) no longer receives Fire OS updates. Major apps have stopped support and the interface is stuck on an old version.
Streaming and TVNETGEAR Nighthawk R7000
An older router becomes critical when admin UI, UPnP or exposed services remain active without timely patches.
Routers and networkASUS RT-AC66U
The RT-AC66U is an aging AC1750 router that has accumulated unpatched CVEs on its most recent available firmware versions.
Routers and networkTP-Link Archer C7 (AC1750)
The Archer C7 is popular and often still in use, but TP-Link has slowed security updates for this aging model.
Routers and networkLinksys WRT54G
The WRT54G is an iconic router but unsupported for over 10 years. It accumulates critical unpatched vulnerabilities and must not be exposed to the Internet.
Routers and networkD-Link DIR-825 (AC1200)
D-Link has announced end of life for several DIR-825 variants. End-of-life devices no longer receive security patches.
Routers and networkNETGEAR WNDR3700 (N600)
The WNDR3700 appears on NETGEAR's end-of-life product list. No security patches are available and known vulnerabilities remain exposed.
Routers and networkASUS RT-N66U (N900)
The RT-N66U is an older-generation N900 router for which ASUS has slowed and then stopped security firmware updates.
Routers and networkLinksys EA6500 (AC1750)
The Linksys EA6500 is an AC1750 router whose firmware is no longer updated. Several CVEs are documented without available patches.
Routers and networkNETGEAR R6200 (AC1200)
The R6200 is listed on NETGEAR's end-of-life product list. No security patches are available for known CVEs.
Routers and networkCisco RV130 / RV130W
Cisco announced end of sale and support for the RV130/RV130W. Critical CVEs (CVSS 9.8) affect these devices with no patch planned.
Routers and networkGoogle Nest Nest Secure
Nest Secure shows the major risk of cloud-dependent devices: the hardware stays in your home but the central service is no longer usable.
Cameras and securityArlo Arlo Pro 2
Battery cameras age through three paths: battery, app/cloud and base-station compatibility.
Cameras and securityRing Ring Video Doorbell 1st generation (2013)
Ring has ended support for the 1st generation video doorbell. Some cloud features are no longer available and the firmware no longer receives security patches.
Cameras and securityGoogle Nest Nest Cam Indoor (1st generation, 2015)
The 2015 Nest Cam Indoor remains functional but entirely depends on Google's cloud. The Google Home app transition and Nest Aware subscription changes have affected some features.
Cameras and securityDropcam (Google) Dropcam Pro
Google shut down the Dropcam service in 2016 and migrated users to Nest Cam. Unmigrated Dropcams are unusable as they entirely depend on the defunct Dropcam cloud.
Cameras and securityFoscam FI9826W
Several older Foscam models, including the FI9826W, are affected by critical CVEs allowing remote takeover. Firmware is no longer maintained.
Cameras and securityLogitech Circle 1 (2015)
Logitech shut down the Circle cloud service in 2021. Circle 1 cameras are completely unusable as they entirely depended on Logitech's cloud.
Cameras and securitySynology NAS running DSM 6.x
An outdated NAS combines security and data risks. The priority diagnostic is external backup, Internet exposure, then DSM compatibility.
NAS and storageQNAP TS-251 / TS-251+
The QNAP TS-251 was targeted by ransomware campaigns (QLocker, DeadBolt) exploiting CVEs in QTS. The model remains usable with an up-to-date QTS and no Internet exposure.
NAS and storageWestern Digital My Cloud EX2 / EX2100
The WD My Cloud EX2 was affected by serious security incidents including the 2022 WD cloud attack that wiped data for thousands of users. Critical CVEs remain active.
NAS and storageSeagate Personal Cloud / Personal Cloud 2-Bay
Seagate has shut down the Personal Cloud cloud service. Remote access is cut but local access is partially possible via DLNA or SMB.
NAS and storageBuffalo LinkStation 220 (LS220D)
The LinkStation 220 runs on aging Buffalo firmware that no longer receives regular security updates. Several CVEs are documented without patches.
NAS and storageDrobo Drobo 5N
Drobo has faced serious financial and operational difficulties. Software support is uncertain and users are urged to migrate their data to a more reliable solution.
NAS and storageWink Wink Hub 2
Wink closed its cloud service in 2023. All devices connected via the Wink hub became unusable for automation as the service was entirely cloud-dependent.
Smart homeIris by Lowe's Iris Smart Home Hub (gen 2)
Lowe's closed the Iris service in March 2019. All system devices have been completely unusable for automation since that date.
Smart homeSamsung SmartThings SmartThings Hub v1 (2013)
Samsung ended support for the SmartThings Hub v1 (2013). Smart home features are no longer guaranteed and Samsung recommends migration to Hub v3.
Smart homePhilips Hue Hue Bridge v1 (round, 2012–2015)
Philips ended support for the Hue Bridge v1 (round model) in 2022. The Hue app no longer works with this bridge and automations are inoperative.
Smart homeGoogle Nest Nest Learning Thermostat 1st generation (2011)
Google ended support for the 1st generation Nest Thermostat. The device no longer receives updates and some connected features are inoperative.
Smart homeRevolv (Google/Nest) Revolv Smart Home Hub
Revolv became a 2016 textbook case of cloud dependency: Nest remotely triggered a kill switch that made all Revolv hubs completely unusable. The hardware was functional but the software was deactivated.
Smart homeInsteon Insteon Hub (2245-222)
Insteon abruptly shut down its servers in April 2022, making all its hubs and connected products unusable overnight. Devices can partially work locally.
Smart homeAmazon Fire TV Stick 2nd generation (2016)
The 2nd generation Fire TV Stick (2016) runs a version of Fire OS that no longer receives major updates and several major apps have dropped support.
Streaming and TVVizio SmartCast TV (2016)
2016 Vizio SmartCast TVs run a version of SmartCast that no longer receives regular updates. Netflix and some services have dropped support.
Streaming and TVD-Link DIR-890L (AC3200)
D-Link announced end of life for the DIR-890L. Critical CVEs (CVSS 9.8) affect this router and no patches will be issued.
Routers and networkArlo Arlo Q (VMC3040)
The Arlo Q is a wired indoor camera whose features depend on Arlo's cloud. CVR subscription policy changes may affect recording access.
Cameras and securityNETGEAR ReadyNAS 104
NETGEAR placed the ReadyNAS 104 on end of support. Several CVEs affecting ReadyOS on this model will receive no more patches.
NAS and storageWink Wink Hub 1st generation
Wink closed its cloud service in 2023. The 1st generation hub is completely inoperative and Z-Wave/Zigbee devices must be migrated to a local hub.
Smart homeSamsung SmartThings SmartThings Hub v2 (2015)
The SmartThings Hub v2 (2015) is still supported but Samsung has clearly indicated that older hubs will progressively receive fewer features. Migration to Hub v3 (Aeotec) is recommended.
Smart homeYi Technology Yi Home Camera 1 (2015)
Early Yi Home cameras (2015) run on aging Xiongmai firmware affected by critical CVEs. The firmware is no longer actively maintained.
Cameras and securityNETGEAR Nighthawk X6 R8000 (AC3200)
The NETGEAR Nighthawk R8000 is receiving fewer and fewer firmware updates. Several CVEs are documented and the model is approaching end of support.
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