Firmware
New RouterOS and WinBox releases: what changed and who should update.
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RouterOS 6.49.23 long-term: CVE-2026-84411 fix
MikroTik has released version 6.49.23 of the long-term channel for RouterOS 6. The update includes a critical security fix (CVE-2026-84411) and system stability improvements. Installation is recommended on all production devices using the conservative branch, after creating a full backup.
FirmwareRouterOS 7.23.8 long-term: fixes and security
MikroTik has released version 7.23.8 of the long-term channel, a conservative release designed for those who prioritize absolute stability. The update fixes a security vulnerability (CVE-2026-84411) and resolves several bugs related to IPsec, OSPF, and storage management. It is advisable to update production devices using the long-term branch after creating a full backup.
FirmwareRouterOS channels: stable, long-term, testing, and development. Which one to choose?
RouterOS is released on four channels: long-term (the most conservative branch, receiving only critical fixes), stable (the recommended current version), testing (release candidates for the next version), and development (beta releases). Use long-term or stable in production; testing and development are for the lab. You select the channel in /system package update; files for all versions, including old ones, are in the [RouterOS Archive](https://mikrotikdojo.com/tools/archivio-routeros/).
FirmwareRouterOS 7.24.5: New Features and Fixes in the Stable Release
MikroTik has released version 7.24.5 of RouterOS on the "stable" channel. This release fixes regressions introduced in previous versions, improves stability on specific hardware models such as hAP be3 Media and CRS328-24P-4S+, and updates regulatory information for Wi-Fi. It is recommended for those using the stable branch in production.
FirmwareRouterOS 7.23.7 long-term: critical LTE fix and upgrade guide
MikroTik has released version 7.23.7 of the long-term channel to fix a severe regression introduced in 7.23.6 that caused the deletion of LTE module firmware on specific models. If you have upgraded to 7.23.6 or 7.24.3, you must immediately switch to 7.23.7 (or 7.24.4) and restore the modem firmware to recover connectivity.