CWE
311
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-7498

First published: Tue Mar 27 2018(Updated: )

In Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, the lack of proper data encryption passes up the guarantees of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability that properly implemented encryption conveys.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Philips Alice 6 Firmware<=r8.0.2
Philips Alice 6 Firmware

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-7498?

    CVE-2018-7498 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to the lack of proper data encryption in the affected system.

  • Which versions of Philips Alice 6 System are affected by CVE-2018-7498?

    Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 and prior are affected by CVE-2018-7498.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-7498?

    To fix CVE-2018-7498, you should upgrade to a version of Philips Alice 6 System that implements proper data encryption.

  • What are the risks associated with CVE-2018-7498?

    The risks associated with CVE-2018-7498 include potential unauthorized access to sensitive data and compromise of data integrity.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-7498?

    There is no known workaround for CVE-2018-7498 other than upgrading the affected system.

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