CWE
1392
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-40704: Philips Vue PACS Use of Default Credentials

First published: Thu Jul 18 2024(Updated: )

Philips Vue PACS uses default credentials for potentially critical functionality.

Credit: ics-cert@hq.dhs.gov

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Philips Isite PACS<12.2.8.410

Remedy

Philips recommends configuring the Vue PACS environment per 8G7607 – Vue PACS User Guide Rev G available on Incenter http://incenter.medical.philips.com/Default.aspx .For managed services customers, new releases will be made available upon resource availability. Releases are subject to country specific regulations. Users with questions regarding their specific Philips Vue PACS installations and new release eligibility should contact their local Philips Sales representative or submit a request in the Philips Informatics Support portal https://usdhs-my.sharepoint.com/personal/grayson_gaylor_associates_cisa_dhs_gov1/_layouts/15/www.informatics.support.philips.com/csm . Refer to the Philips advisory http://www.philips.com/productsecurity  for more details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-40704?

    CVE-2023-40704 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the use of default credentials in Philips Vue PACS.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-40704?

    To fix CVE-2023-40704, replace the default credentials with strong, unique passwords for all accounts within Philips Vue PACS.

  • Which versions of Philips Vue PACS are affected by CVE-2023-40704?

    CVE-2023-40704 affects all versions of Philips Vue PACS up to and including version 12.2.8.410.

  • What impact does CVE-2023-40704 have on Philips Vue PACS?

    CVE-2023-40704 allows unauthorized access to potentially critical functionality within Philips Vue PACS due to default credential usage.

  • Is there a way to check if my Philips Vue PACS is vulnerable to CVE-2023-40704?

    To check for CVE-2023-40704 vulnerabilities, review the authentication settings for default credentials in your Philips Vue PACS installation.

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