CVE-2021-43552
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2021-43552 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The use of a hard-coded cryptographic key significantly increases the possibility encrypted data may be recovered from the Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX) Versions B.02, C.02, and C.03.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The use of a hard-coded cryptographic key significantly increases the possibility encrypted data may be recovered from the Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX) Versions B.02, C.02, and C.03.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Philips | Patient Information Center Ix | b.02 |
| Philips | Patient Information Center Ix | c.02 |
| Philips | Patient Information Center Ix | c.03 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-21-322-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-21-322-02Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-43552?
The use of a hard-coded cryptographic key significantly increases the possibility encrypted data may be recovered from the Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX) Versions B.02, C.02, and C.03.
How severe is CVE-2021-43552?
CVE-2021-43552 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-43552?
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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