CVE-2018-8857

Name: CVE-2018-8857
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-04T17:29:00.503+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-8857 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Philips Brilliance CT software (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) contains fixed credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. An attacker could compromise these credentials and gain access to the system.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Philips Brilliance CT software (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) contains fixed credentials, such as a password or cryptographic key, which it uses for its own inbound authentication, outbound communication to external components, or encryption of internal data. An attacker could compromise these credentials and gain access to the system.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

23.1th 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-2018-8857?

How severe is CVE-2018-8857?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-8857 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-8857?

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