CVE-2022-43557

Name: CVE-2022-43557
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2022-12-05T22:15:11.157+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.22%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2022-43557 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. The BD BodyGuard™ infusion pumps specified allow for access through the RS-232 (serial) port interface. If exploited, threat actors with physical access, specialized equipment and knowledge may be able to configure or disable the pump. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The BD BodyGuard™ infusion pumps specified allow for access through the RS-232 (serial) port interface. If exploited, threat actors with physical access, specialized equipment and knowledge may be able to configure or disable the pump. No electronic protected health information (ePHI), protected health information (PHI) or personally identifiable information (PII) is stored in the pump.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

5.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.22%

12.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Bd	Bodyguard 999-603 Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard Duo 999-903 Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard Epidural 999-683 Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard Pain Manager 999-803 Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard T 999-103 Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard 323 Colorvision Firmware	All versions
Bd	Bodyguard 121 Twins Firmware	All versions

References

https://www.bd.com/en-us/about-bd/cybersecurity/bulletin/bd-bodyguard-pumps-rs-232-interface-vulnerabilityMitigation, Vendor Advisory
https://www.bd.com/en-us/about-bd/cybersecurity/bulletin/bd-bodyguard-pumps-rs-232-interface-vulnerabilityMitigation, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 5, 2022
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2022-43557?

How severe is CVE-2022-43557?

CVE-2022-43557 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2022-43557?

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