CVE-2018-5438

Name: CVE-2018-5438
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-20T17:29:00.363+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.45%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-5438 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Philips ISCV application prior to version 2.3.0 has an insufficient session expiration vulnerability where an attacker could reuse the session of a previously logged in user. This vulnerability exists when using ISCV together with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, where ISCV is in KIOSK mode for multiple users and using Windows authentication. EPSS estimates a 0.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Philips ISCV application prior to version 2.3.0 has an insufficient session expiration vulnerability where an attacker could reuse the session of a previously logged in user. This vulnerability exists when using ISCV together with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, where ISCV is in KIOSK mode for multiple users and using Windows authentication. This may allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to patient health information and potentially modify this information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.45%

36.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-613

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Philips	Intellispace Cardiovascular	<= 2.3.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102847Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-025-01Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/about/customer-support/product-securityMitigation, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102847Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-025-01Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/about/customer-support/product-securityMitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 20, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-5438?

How severe is CVE-2018-5438?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-5438 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-5438?

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