Getinge recalls Flow-c Anesthesia System model 6887700 due to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities that could allow remote attacks, leading to system failures or tampering during medical use.
Potential cybersecurity vulnerability that could lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack, tampering, or remote code execution via remote login to the Flow Anesthesia System, any of which could lead to a hazardous situation.
Getinge is recalling its Flow-c Anesthesia System model 6887700 because it has a cybersecurity vulnerability that could be exploited to cause system failures or tampering. This could pose a risk to patient safety during medical procedures.
The system has a potential cybersecurity vulnerability that could allow unauthorized remote access. This could lead to Denial of Service attacks, tampering with the system, or remote code execution, which might disrupt medical operations or cause unsafe conditions during anesthesia procedures.
Healthcare providers using the Flow-c Anesthesia System model 6887700 are likely affected. Medical staff handling anesthesia equipment are at the highest risk due to the potential for system compromise during critical procedures.
Check for the model number 6887700 on the Flow-c Anesthesia System. The UDI-DI is 07325710009765, and serial numbers include 5024 through 5050 and 5078.
Verify the model number on your Flow-c Anesthesia System to confirm if it matches the recalled model 6887700.
The recall states a potential cybersecurity vulnerability could lead to system failures or tampering, but the official notice does not specify if this has caused actual patient harm.
Check for the model number 6887700 on the Flow-c Anesthesia System. The UDI-DI is 07325710009765, and serial numbers include 5024 through 5050 and 5078.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so the official notice does not state what action to take.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Getinge to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0990-2024 — Getinge Getinge Hello, I own a Getinge that is covered by recall Z-0990-2024 from Getinge. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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