Is the Arlo VMB5000 still getting security updates?
The manufacturer guarantees security updates for the Arlo VMB5000 until 31 December 2029 or later.
The date after which a device gets no more security fixes is also called its end of life (EOL) or end of support.
Security updates guaranteed until
31 December 2029 or later1145 days left on 12 November 2026
What to do. Keep automatic updates on, or check for new firmware every few months. Nothing else to do for now.
Support timeline
Questions
Is the Arlo VMB5000 still getting security updates?
The manufacturer guarantees security updates for the Arlo VMB5000 until 31 December 2029 or later.
What does end of life mean for the Arlo VMB5000?
After its end of life, the Arlo VMB5000 receives no more security fixes from Arlo. It keeps working, but any vulnerability found later stays open, which makes it an easy target once attackers know about it.
Where does this date come from?
From the manufacturer: Arlo UK Declaration of Conformity / UK PSTI statement (Document ID 204-50207-01). Each date is shown exactly as published.
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