CWE
798 259
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-12045

First published: Mon Jun 29 2020(Updated: )

The Baxter Spectrum WBM (v17, v20D29, v20D30, v20D31, and v22D24) when used in conjunction with a Baxter Spectrum v8.x (model 35700BAX2), operates a Telnet service on Port 1023 with hard-coded credentials.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Baxter Sigma Spectrum Infusion System=8.0
Baxter Sigma Spectrum Infusion System
Baxter Wireless Battery Module=17
Baxter Wireless Battery Module=20d29
Baxter Wireless Battery Module=20d30
Baxter Wireless Battery Module=20d31
Baxter Wireless Battery Module=22d24

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-12045?

    CVE-2020-12045 has a high severity due to the exposure of hard-coded credentials and accessibility via Telnet.

  • How does CVE-2020-12045 affect devices?

    CVE-2020-12045 affects the Baxter Spectrum WBM and Spectrum v8.x infusion system, allowing unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-12045?

    To mitigate CVE-2020-12045, disable the Telnet service on affected devices and implement stronger access controls.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-12045?

    CVE-2020-12045 affects Baxter Spectrum WBM versions 17, 20D29, 20D30, 20D31, and 22D24 when used with Baxter Spectrum v8.x.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2020-12045?

    There is currently no reported patch for CVE-2020-12045, so users should focus on disabling the vulnerable service.

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