CVE-2024-48966 — CRITICAL (10.0)

Vulnerability Description

The software tools used by service personnel to test & calibrate the ventilator do not support user authentication. An attacker with access to the Service PC where the tools are installed could obtain diagnostic information through the test tool or manipulate the ventilator's settings and embedded software via the calibration tool, without having to authenticate to either tool. This could result in unauthorized disclosure of information and/or have unintended impacts on device settings and performance.

CVSS Score

10.0

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-306

References

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-medical-advisories/icsma-24-319-01

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-48966?

CVE-2024-48966 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL). The software tools used by service personnel to test & calibrate the ventilator do not support user authentication. An attacker with access to the Service PC where the tools are installed could obtain...

How severe is CVE-2024-48966?

CVE-2024-48966 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-48966?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.