CVE-2001-0514

CVE-2001-0514 is a high-severity vulnerability in Atmel 802.11b Vnet-b Access Point with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

SNMP service in Atmel 802.11b VNET-B Access Point 1.3 and earlier, as used in Netgear ME102 and Linksys WAP11, accepts arbitrary community strings with requested MIB modifications, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as WEP keys, cause a denial of service, or gain access to the network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-0514?
SNMP service in Atmel 802.11b VNET-B Access Point 1.3 and earlier, as used in Netgear ME102 and Linksys WAP11, accepts arbitrary community strings with requested MIB modifications, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information such as WEP keys, cause a denial of service, or gain access to the network.
How severe is CVE-2001-0514?
CVE-2001-0514 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-0514 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-0514?
CVE-2001-0514 primarily affects Atmel 802.11b Vnet-b Access Point. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0514?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2001-0514 published?
CVE-2001-0514 was published on 2001-07-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)