Will Yahoo DSL publish anything to assist users regarding this new "Drive-by Pharming" issue?

Question

How do I find the IP add/pw info to change the pw on my router? I am concerned about this "Pharming" issue which suddenly popped up last week. Thanks

Answer 1

Use a loopback cable between your computer and router, reset your ip address to be on the same subnet of your router, and connect via http or ssh to the router. The default password can likely be found by searching the internet for "default password

Careful though it may also break the modem from correctly talking to the upstream systems basically cutting off your internet access.

best to call yahoo support and see what they say.