#VU54051 Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key in Defibrillator Dashboard


Published: 2021-06-11

Vulnerability identifier: #VU54051

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 4.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-27481

CWE-ID: CWE-321

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Defibrillator Dashboard
Hardware solutions / Medical equipment

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected products utilize an encryption key in the data exchange process, which is hardcoded. A local user can gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsma-21-161-01


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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


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