Vulnerability Description
In Medtronic Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform (VLFT10GEN) version 2.1.0 and lower and version 2.0.3 and lower, and Valleylab LS10 Energy Platform (VLLS10GEN—not available in the United States) version 1.20.2 and lower, the RFID security mechanism used for authentication between the FT10/LS10 Energy Platform and instruments can be bypassed, allowing for inauthentic instruments to connect to the generator.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Medtronic | Valleylab Ft10 Energy Platform Firmware | 2.0.3 |
| Medtronic | Valleylab Ft10 Energy Platform | - |
| Medtronic | Valleylab Ls10 Energy Platform Firmware | <= 1.20.2 |
| Medtronic | Valleylab Ls10 Energy Platform | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://global.medtronic.com/xg-en/product-security/security-bulletins/valleylab
- https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-medical-advisories/icsma-19-311-01
- https://www.us-cert.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-19-311-01Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-13531?
CVE-2019-13531 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.8 (MEDIUM). In Medtronic Valleylab FT10 Energy Platform (VLFT10GEN) version 2.1.0 and lower and version 2.0.3 and lower, and Valleylab LS10 Energy Platform (VLLS10GEN—not available in the United States) version 1...
How severe is CVE-2019-13531?
CVE-2019-13531 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2019-13531?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Medtronic Valleylab Ft10 Energy Platform Firmware, Medtronic Valleylab Ft10 Energy Platform, Medtronic Valleylab Ls10 Energy Platform Firmware, Medtronic Valleylab Ls10 Energy Platform.