7.5
CWE
319
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-12036

First published: Mon Jun 29 2020(Updated: )

Baxter PrismaFlex all versions, PrisMax all versions prior to 3.x, The affected devices do not implement data-in-transit encryption (e.g., TLS/SSL) when configured to send treatment data to a PDMS (Patient Data Management System) or an EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system. An attacker could observe sensitive data sent from the device.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Prisma
Prisma
Baxter Prismax Firmware<3.0
Baxter Prismax

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-12036?

    CVE-2020-12036 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the lack of data-in-transit encryption.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-12036?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-12036, ensure that all devices are updated to the latest firmware version with implemented data encryption.

  • Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-12036?

    CVE-2020-12036 affects all versions of Baxter PrismaFlex and PrisMax prior to version 3.x.

  • What type of data is vulnerable in CVE-2020-12036?

    CVE-2020-12036 exposes treatment data transmitted to PDMS or EMR systems that are not encrypted.

  • Can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-12036 remotely?

    Yes, an attacker could potentially exploit CVE-2020-12036 remotely by intercepting unencrypted treatment data during transmission.

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