CVE-2010-5306: Critical severity ge healthcare optima ct520 firmware vulnerability
Published Aug 4, 2015
·Updated
GE Healthcare Optima CT680, CT540, CT640, and CT520 has a default password of #bigguy for the root user, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Gehealthcare Optima Ct520 Firmware
Gehealthcare Optima Ct540 Firmware
Gehealthcare Optima Ct680 Firmware
Event History
Aug 4, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-5306?
CVE-2010-5306 has a critical severity due to the use of a default password for the root user.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-5306?
To fix CVE-2010-5306, change the default root user password from #bigguy to a strong, unique password.
3
What devices are affected by CVE-2010-5306?
CVE-2010-5306 affects the GE Healthcare Optima CT680, CT540, CT640, and CT520 devices.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2010-5306?
The potential impacts of CVE-2010-5306 include unauthorized access to the system and potential compromise of patient data.
5
Is CVE-2010-5306 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2010-5306 may be exploitable remotely if the device is accessible over a network without proper security measures.