CVE-2018-8853

Name: CVE-2018-8853
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-04T17:29:00.427+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8853 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Philips Brilliance CT devices operate user functions from within a contained kiosk in a Microsoft Windows operating system. Windows boots by default with elevated Windows privileges, enabling a kiosk application, user, or an attacker to potentially attain unauthorized elevated privileges in Brilliance 64 version 2.6.2 and prior, Brilliance iCT versions 4.1.6 and prior, Brillance iCT SP versions 3.2.4 and prior, and Brilliance CT Big Bore 2.3.5 and prior. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Philips Brilliance CT devices operate user functions from within a contained kiosk in a Microsoft Windows operating system. Windows boots by default with elevated Windows privileges, enabling a kiosk application, user, or an attacker to potentially attain unauthorized elevated privileges in Brilliance 64 version 2.6.2 and prior, Brilliance iCT versions 4.1.6 and prior, Brillance iCT SP versions 3.2.4 and prior, and Brilliance CT Big Bore 2.3.5 and prior. Also, attackers may gain access to unauthorized resources from the underlying Windows operating system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.37%

28.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Philips	Brilliance Firmware 64	<= 2.6.2
Philips	Brilliance Ict Sp Firmware	<= 3.2.4
Philips	Brilliance Ict Firmware	<= 4.1.6
Philips	Brilliance Ct Big Bore Firmware	<= 2.3.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104088Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-123-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/about/customer-support/product-securityVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104088Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-18-123-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/about/customer-support/product-securityVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 4, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-8853?

How severe is CVE-2018-8853?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8853 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8853?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-8853?

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Source: NVD / NIST