CVE-2017-12720

Name: CVE-2017-12720
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-15T10:29:00.273+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.89%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-12720 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An Improper Access Control issue was discovered in Smiths Medical Medfusion 4000 Wireless Syringe Infusion Pump, Version 1.1, 1.5, and 1.6. The FTP server on the pump does not require authentication if the pump is configured to allow FTP connections.. EPSS estimates a 1.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An Improper Access Control issue was discovered in Smiths Medical Medfusion 4000 Wireless Syringe Infusion Pump, Version 1.1, 1.5, and 1.6. The FTP server on the pump does not require authentication if the pump is configured to allow FTP connections.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.89%

76.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-306

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Smiths-Medical	Medfusion 4000 Wireless Syringe Infusion Pump	1.1
Smiths-Medical	Medfusion 4000 Wireless Syringe Infusion Pump	1.5
Smiths-Medical	Medfusion 4000 Wireless Syringe Infusion Pump	1.6

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100665Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-17-250-02AThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100665Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-17-250-02AThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource

Timeline

Published: Feb 15, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12720?

How severe is CVE-2017-12720?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12720 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-12720?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST