#VU58252 Use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm in Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX) and Efficia CM Series


Published: 2021-11-19

Vulnerability identifier: #VU58252

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:U/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-43550

CWE-ID: CWE-327

Exploitation vector: Local network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX)
Hardware solutions / Medical equipment
Efficia CM Series
Hardware solutions / Medical equipment

Vendor: Philips

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm. A remote attacker on the local network can gain access to sensitive information on the system.

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

Vulnerable software versions

Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX): B.02 - C.03

Efficia CM Series: 4.0 - C.0x


External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsma-21-322-02


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.


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