CVE-2020-27252
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CVE-2020-27252 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Medtronic MyCareLink Smart 25000 is vulnerable to a race condition in the MCL Smart Patient Reader software update system, which allows unsigned firmware to be uploaded and executed on the Patient Reader. If exploited, an attacker could remotely execute code on the MCL Smart Patient Reader device, leading to control of the device.. EPSS estimates a 3.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Medtronic MyCareLink Smart 25000 is vulnerable to a race condition in the MCL Smart Patient Reader software update system, which allows unsigned firmware to be uploaded and executed on the Patient Reader. If exploited, an attacker could remotely execute code on the MCL Smart Patient Reader device, leading to control of the device.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Medtronic | Mycarelink Smart Model 25000 Firmware | All versions |
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