How severe is CVE-2001-1456?

CVE-2001-1456 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2001-1456 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2001-1456?

CVE-2001-1456 primarily affects Mcafee Webshield Smtp. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2001-1456?

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-2001-1456 published?

CVE-2001-1456 was published on 2001-09-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2001-1456

CVE-2001-1456 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mcafee Webshield Smtp 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Mcafee Webshield Smtp
Published: 2001-09-04
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in the (1) smap/smapd and (2) CSMAP daemons for Gauntlet Firewall 5.0 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted mail message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2001-1456?: Buffer overflow in the (1) smap/smapd and (2) CSMAP daemons for Gauntlet Firewall 5.0 through 6.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted mail message.
How severe is CVE-2001-1456?: CVE-2001-1456 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2001-1456 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2001-1456?: CVE-2001-1456 primarily affects Mcafee Webshield Smtp. In total, 15 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1456?: 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-2001-1456 published?: CVE-2001-1456 was published on 2001-09-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (15)

cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:webshield_smtp:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:mcafee:webshield_smtp:4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:network_associates:gauntlet_firewall:4.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:network_associates:gauntlet_firewall:unix_5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:network_associates:gauntlet_firewall:unix_5.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:network_associates:gauntlet_firewall:unix_6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:pgp:e-ppliance_300:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:pgp:e-ppliance_300:1.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:pgp:e-ppliance_300:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sgi:irix:6.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:network_associates:mcafee_e-ppliance:100_series:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:network_associates:mcafee_e-ppliance:120_series:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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