Number: AV19-116
Date: 14 June 2019
On 13 June 2019 BD released security updates to address multiple vulnerabilities affecting the Alaris Gateway Workstation infusion pump products. An actor could adjust specific commands on the pump — including the infusion rate — on certain versions of the device by installing modified firmware. Additionally, the infusion pump could be disabled completely.
CCCS encourages users and administrators to review the BD Product Security Bulletins and apply the necessary updates:
- https://www.bd.com/en-us/support/product-security-and-privacy/product-security-bulletins/alaris-gateway-workstation-unauthorized-firmware
- https://www.bd.com/en-us/support/product-security-and-privacy/product-security-bulletins/alaris-gateway-workstation-web-browser-user-interface-lack-of-authentication-
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