CVE-2012-6695: Critical severity ge healthcare centricity pacs workstation vulnerability

Published Aug 4, 2015

Updated

GE Healthcare Centricity PACS Workstation 4.0 and 4.0.1 has a password of ddpadmin for the ddpadmin user, which has unspecified impact and attack vectors. NOTE: it is not clear whether this password is default, hardcoded, or dependent on another system or product that requires a fixed value.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Gehealthcare Centricity Pacs Workstation=4.0

Gehealthcare Centricity Pacs Workstation=4.0.1

Event History

Aug 4, 2015

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-6695?

CVE-2012-6695 has an unspecified impact and attack vectors due to the use of a weak password.

How do I fix CVE-2012-6695?

To mitigate CVE-2012-6695, change the default password of ddpadmin to a strong, unique password.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-6695?

CVE-2012-6695 affects GE Healthcare Centricity PACS Workstation versions 4.0 and 4.0.1.

Is the password in CVE-2012-6695 default or hardcoded?

The nature of the password in CVE-2012-6695 is unclear, as it may be default, hardcoded, or dependent on external systems.

What should I be aware of regarding CVE-2012-6695?

Users should be aware that CVE-2012-6695 poses a security risk due to the use of a weak password that could allow unauthorized access.