CVE-2018-7498CWE-311

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…

published March 28, 2018

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
49.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A classic case of "if it's not encrypted, it's an open book!" Philips Alice 6 System versions R8.0.2 and earlier leave your data vulnerable by not employing proper encryption. 🔓 Think of this like a diary left wide open on your desk — anyone passing by can read it and tamper with the pages without you ever knowing! Proper encryption acts like a sturdy lock that keeps your secrets safe from prying eyes. Without encryption, sensitive data transmitted by the Philips Alice 6 System can be intercepted and altered by malicious actors. This not only jeopardizes the confidentiality of user data but also compromises its integrity, leading to potentially devastating consequences for patient safety and privacy.

Put simply

Think of this like a diary left wide open on your desk — anyone passing by can read it and tamper with the pages without you ever knowing! Proper encryption acts like a sturdy lock that keeps your secrets safe from prying eyes. This vulnerability arises from the lack of proper data encryption in Philips Alice 6 System version R8.0.2 or prior, which fails to provide essential guarantees of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability for transmitted information.

What to do

Without encryption, sensitive data transmitted by the Philips Alice 6 System can be intercepted and altered by malicious actors. This not only jeopardizes the confidentiality of user data but also compromises its integrity, leading to potentially devastating consequences for patient safety and privacy. Upgrade your Philips Alice 6 System to a version beyond R8.0.2 that includes proper data encryption. Additionally, implement routine audits of your encryption practices to ensure your sensitive data remains secure. You've got this! Take these steps to bolster your security and keep your data safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00636 · 49.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-311 · Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data
Published
2018-03-28T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 28 MAR 17:00Z
    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…
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