CVE-2024-48973 — CRITICAL (9.3)

Vulnerability Description

The debug port on the ventilator's serial interface is enabled by default. This could allow an attacker to send and receive messages over the debug port (which are unencrypted; see 3.2.1) that result in unauthorized disclosure of information and/or have unintended impacts on device settings and performance.

CVSS Score

9.3

CRITICAL

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-1263

References

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

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-48973?

CVE-2024-48973 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL). The debug port on the ventilator's serial interface is enabled by default. This could allow an attacker to send and receive messages over the debug port (which are unencrypted; see 3.2.1) that result ...

How severe is CVE-2024-48973?

CVE-2024-48973 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-48973?

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