Siemens recalls Lantis 8.3 Commander model 8148178 due to potential Microsoft Windows RDP vulnerability. Affected units may be at risk of security breaches. Contact for remedy details.
Potentially affected by the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) vulnerability
Siemens is recalling its Lantis 8.3 Commander radiation therapy system because it could be vulnerable to a Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) security flaw. This could allow unauthorized access to the system, potentially compromising patient data and treatment safety.
The system could be vulnerable to a security flaw in the Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). This might allow unauthorized users to access the system remotely, potentially exposing patient health information and disrupting treatment processes.
Radiation therapists using the Lantis 8.3 Commander model 8148178 with serial numbers 93-1296 to 93-1314 and 93-1531 are affected. Patients receiving treatment with this system may be at risk if the vulnerability is exploited.
Check for the Lantis 8.3 Commander model number 8148178 with serial numbers 93-1296, 93-1314, or 93-1531. The product is used by radiation therapists for delivering cancer treatments.
Identify the serial number on your Lantis 8.3 Commander unit to confirm if it is affected (93-1296, 93-1314, or 93-1531).
The recall addresses a potential security vulnerability, not a physical hazard. Unauthorized access could compromise patient data, but the risk is low if the system is properly secured.
Check the serial number on your Lantis 8.3 Commander unit. Affected units have serial numbers 93-1296, 93-1314, or 93-1531.
The recall does not specify a remedy. Contact Siemens directly for guidance on securing your system.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2196-2019 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2196-2019 from Siemens. 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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