openwrt / openwrt/packages

MWAN3: does not detect connection failure when receives ICMP destination unreachable.

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Description

We have notices that MWAN3 does not detect that one of the WAN connection is failing if it receives ICMP destination unreachable, it considers that the ICMP ping is working and the status of the interface is considered UP and running.

Is there any way to avoid this behaviour?

We have another router with a cellular connection connected to the WAN interface.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by reproducing MWAN3 behavior with an ICMP destination-unreachable response on the cellular WAN connection, then trace how that response affects interface status. Done means the failing connection is detected and the WAN interface is no longer reported as UP.

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Assessment

Domain
networking
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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