Medtronic recalls insulin pumps with model numbers MMT-554 and MMT-754 (software 2.6A or lower) due to potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities that could allow unauthorized remote control of insulin delivery.
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 is recalling insulin pumps with model numbers MMT-554 and MMT-754 running software versions 2.6A or lower. These pumps could be hacked to change insulin settings remotely, risking dangerous insulin levels.
The pumps use wireless radio frequency to communicate, which could be exploited by unauthorized users to remotely change insulin settings. This might lead to incorrect insulin delivery, causing dangerously high or low blood sugar levels.
People using Medtronic MiniMed Paradigm Veo insulin pumps with model numbers MMT-554 or MMT-754 and software versions 2.6A or lower are affected. Those with diabetes who rely on these pumps are most at risk.
Check your insulin pump's model number (MMT-554 or MMT-754) and software version (2.6A or lower). These pumps were sold outside the US only, so US users may not be affected.
Check your pump's software version and update to 2.6B or higher if available through Medtronic.
Reach out to Medtronic directly for assistance with updating software or other support options.
The pumps are safe to use with updated software, but older versions (2.6A or lower) have cybersecurity risks that could allow remote control of insulin delivery.
No, but you should update the software to 2.6B or higher to address the security risk. Do not attempt to update without following Medtronic's instructions.
No, these pumps were only sold outside the US, so US customers are not part of this recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic MiniMed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1595-2020 — Medtronic MiniMed Medtronic MiniMed Hello, I own a Medtronic MiniMed that is covered by recall Z-1595-2020 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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