Default Credential Vulnerability in Philips Medical Imaging Products
CVE-2018-17906

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Philips
Status
Philips Isite And Intellispace Pacs
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 November 2018

Summary

The vulnerability in Philips iSite and IntelliSpace PACS exposes these medical imaging systems to potential unauthorized access due to the use of default credentials and insufficient authentication mechanisms in third-party software components. This flaw can allow malicious actors to exploit these weaknesses, compromising the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive patient data. Users are advised to update their systems and implement stronger authentication protocols to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Philips iSite and IntelliSpace PACS iSite PACS, all versions, and IntelliSpace PACS, all versions.

References

https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-312-01
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105875
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Adjacent Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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