How severe is CVE-2014-7995?

CVE-2014-7995 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-7995 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-7995?

CVE-2014-7995 primarily affects Cisco Meraki Mx Firmware. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-7995?

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-2014-7995 published?

CVE-2014-7995 was published on 2014-12-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-7995

CVE-2014-7995 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Meraki Mx Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Cisco Meraki Mx Firmware
Published: 2014-12-24
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Cisco-Meraki MS, MR, and MX devices with firmware before 2014-09-24 allow physically proximate attackers to obtain shell access by opening a device's case and connecting a cable to a serial port, aka Cisco-Meraki defect ID 00302077.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-7995?: Cisco-Meraki MS, MR, and MX devices with firmware before 2014-09-24 allow physically proximate attackers to obtain shell access by opening a device's case and connecting a cable to a serial port, aka Cisco-Meraki defect ID 00302077.
How severe is CVE-2014-7995?: CVE-2014-7995 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-7995 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-7995?: CVE-2014-7995 primarily affects Cisco Meraki Mx Firmware. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7995?: 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-2014-7995 published?: CVE-2014-7995 was published on 2014-12-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (6)

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cpe:2.3:a:cisco:meraki_ms_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:cisco:meraki_ms:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:meraki_mr_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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