Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps (MMT 515, MMT-715) face cybersecurity risks allowing unauthorized remote control of insulin delivery. Affected users should contact Medtronic for guidance.
The action is being initiated due to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities related to a series of insulin pumps that are designed to communicate using a wireless radio frequency (RF). An unauthorized person could potentially connect wirelessly to a nearby insulin pump to change settings and control insulin delivery.
Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps with model numbers MMT 515 and MMT-715 are being recalled due to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities. These pumps could allow unauthorized users to remotely change settings and control insulin delivery, risking serious health consequences.
The pumps use wireless radio frequency to communicate, which could be exploited by unauthorized users to remotely change settings and control insulin delivery. This might lead to incorrect insulin dosing, potentially causing dangerous blood sugar levels.
People using Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm insulin pumps with model numbers MMT 515 or MMT-715 are affected. Those with diabetes who rely on these pumps for insulin delivery are most at risk.
Check if your insulin pump has model numbers MMT 515 or MMT-715. The recall covers all software versions of these pumps.
Reach out to Medtronic for specific guidance on securing your pump or alternative solutions.
No, only Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm pumps with model numbers MMT 515 and MMT-715 are affected.
The recall does not specify if continued use is safe without action; contact Medtronic for guidance.
Check the model number on your pump; affected models are MMT 515 or MMT-715.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic MiniMed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1586-2020 — Medtronic MiniMed Medtronic MiniMed Hello, I own a Medtronic MiniMed that is covered by recall Z-1586-2020 from Medtronic MiniMed. 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
