Vulnerability identifier: #VU46648

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-16222

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Patient Information Center iX
Hardware solutions / Medical equipment
PerformanceBridge Focal Point
Hardware solutions / Medical equipment

Vendor: Philips

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker on the local network can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.

Vulnerable software versions

Patient Information Center iX: B.02 - C.03

PerformanceBridge Focal Point: A.01

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsma-20-254-01

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.