Release Date: 
October 15, 2025

Enhancements:

• Updated the SSL certificate expiry date to allow devices to continue to access Insight.

Security Fixes:

This firmware addresses security vulnerabilities. For more information about security vulnerabilities, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/security.

Known Issues:

• A device in recovery mode can become unreachable.
  Workaround: To resume access to the device, remove the Ethernet cable and then plug it back in.
• In MacOS, you cannot access the Device Recovery page when the device enters recovery mode.
  Workaround: Use Windows OS to access the Device Recovery page.

Download Link : https://www.downloads.netgear.com/files/GDC/WBC502/WBC502_firmware_V5.8.5.1.zip

Firmware Update Instructions:

To update your product’s firmware, follow the instructions in your product’s user manual. To find your user manual, visit https://www.netgear.com/support/, enter your model number in the search box, and click the Documentation button on the product page.

If the AirBridge is connected to the Insight cloud, you can schedule automatic firmware updates through the firmware schedule policy, or you can update the firmware manually through the Insight app or Insight Cloud Portal.

Make sure to update to the latest version of the NETGEAR Insight app for the best functionality and user experience.