CVE-2020-16239
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 0.91%
Last modified
CVE-2020-16239 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. When an actor claims to have a given identity, Philips SureSigns VS4, A.07.107 and prior does not prove or insufficiently proves the claim is correct.. EPSS estimates a 0.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
When an actor claims to have a given identity, Philips SureSigns VS4, A.07.107 and prior does not prove or insufficiently proves the claim is correct.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Philips | Suresigns Vs4 Firmware | <= a.07.107 |
References
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-233-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-233-01Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16239?
When an actor claims to have a given identity,
Philips SureSigns VS4, A.07.107 and prior
does not prove or insufficiently proves the claim is correct.
How severe is CVE-2020-16239?
CVE-2020-16239 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-16239?
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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