PatchTheCVECVE-2022-38069: Multiple globally default credentials exist across all CMS8000 devices, that once exposed, allow a threat acto
CVE-2022-38069 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.3) affecting cms8000 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple globally default credentials exist across all CMS8000 devices, that once exposed, allow a threat actor with momentary physical access to gain privileged access to any device. Privileged credential access enables the extraction of sensitive patient information or modification of device parameters
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.3 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Physical |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 75%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-798 |
| Published | 2022-09-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2022-38069?
cms8000 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-38069 being exploited?
CVE-2022-38069 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2022-38069 affect?
CVE-2022-38069 affects cms8000 firmware. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.3). Multiple globally default credentials exist across all CMS8000 devices, that once exposed, allow a threat actor with momentary physical access to gain privileged access to any device. Privileged credential access enables the extraction of s
How urgent is CVE-2022-38069?
Priority 21/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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