CVE-2020-27278 : Security Advisory and Response

In Hamilton Medical AG, T1-Ventilator versions 2.2.3 and prior, hard-coded credentials in the ventilator allow attackers with physical access to obtain admin privileges for the device’s configuration interface.

Understanding CVE-2020-27278

This CVE identifies a vulnerability in Hamilton Medical AG, T1-Ventilator versions 2.2.3 and earlier, related to hard-coded credentials.

What is CVE-2020-27278?

The vulnerability in Hamilton Medical AG, T1-Ventilator versions 2.2.3 and prior allows unauthorized individuals physical access to gain admin privileges through hard-coded credentials.

The Impact of CVE-2020-27278

The presence of hard-coded credentials in the ventilator poses a significant security risk, enabling unauthorized users to access and manipulate the device's configuration, potentially leading to system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-27278

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves hard-coded credentials in Hamilton Medical AG, T1-Ventilator versions 2.2.3 and earlier, allowing attackers with physical access to escalate privileges.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Hamilton Medical AG, T1-Ventilator
Vendor: n/a
Versions Affected: Versions 2.2.3 and prior

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with physical access to the ventilator can exploit the hard-coded credentials to gain unauthorized admin privileges.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-27278 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Implement strong physical security measures to restrict unauthorized access to the ventilator.
Regularly monitor and audit access to the device to detect any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Educate staff on the importance of physical security and the risks associated with unauthorized access.

Patching and Updates

Contact the vendor for patches or updates that address the hard-coded credentials issue in affected versions.