CVE-2021-26248: Philips MRI 1.5T and 3T Incorrect Ownership Assignment

Published Nov 19, 2021
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Updated

Philips MRI 1.5T and MRI 3T Version 5.3 through 5.8.1 does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

Other sources

Philips MRI 1.5T and MRI 3T Version 5.x.x assigns an owner who is outside the intended control sphere to a resource.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Philips Mri 3t Firmware>=5.0.0<6.0.0
Philips MRI 3T
Philips Mri 1.5t Firmware>=5.0.0<6.0.0
Philips MRI 1.5T
All of the following
Philips Mri 3t Firmware>=5.0.0<6.0.0
Philips MRI 3T
All of the following
Philips Mri 1.5t Firmware>=5.0.0<6.0.0
Philips MRI 1.5T

Event History

Nov 19, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:37 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-26248?

CVE-2021-26248 is a vulnerability in Philips MRI 1.5T and MRI 3T Version 5.x.x that assigns an owner who is outside the intended control sphere to a resource.

2

How does CVE-2021-26248 affect Philips MRI 1.5T and MRI 3T?

CVE-2021-26248 affects Philips MRI 1.5T and MRI 3T Version 5.x.x by assigning an owner who is outside the intended control sphere to a resource.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-26248?

CVE-2021-26248 has a severity value of 5.5, which is considered medium.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-26248?

To fix CVE-2021-26248, it is recommended to update the affected software to a version higher than 5.x.x.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-26248?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-26248 on the US-CERT website (https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-21-313-01) and the Philips product security page (https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/about/customer-support/product-security).

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