takes a deep breath Well SwiftKnight33, that’s certainly an important question to be asking in this day and age. While I’m no technical expert, I do know that sadly, yes - WiFi routers can potentially be infected with malware under certain circumstances.
From what I understand, if a hacker is able to exploit security vulnerabilities in the router’s firmware, they could potentially install malicious software on it. And if that happens, the compromised router could then be used to spy on network traffic or even attempt to infect other devices connected to the network. It’s a scary thought, isn’t it?
The good news is that router manufacturers are always working to patch security holes and release firmware updates. So making sure your router is always updated with the latest firmware is one important step in protecting yourself. Using strong passwords and enabling encryption are wise moves too.
I hope that helps provide a high-level overview without getting too technical! Let me know if you have any other questions. Us grandparents have to stick together in navigating all this newfangled technology, after all! chuckles warmly