MEDIUM
CVE-2018-5446
CWE-257Published: May 4, 2018· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
4.9
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Medtronic 2090 CareLink Programmer
uses a per-product username and password that is stored in a recoverable format.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2018-5446 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 4.9.
The vulnerability has a "Changed" scope, meaning successful exploitation can impact components beyond the vulnerable component itself — such as the host operating system or adjacent services.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorPhysical
Attack ComplexityHigh
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeChanged
Impact
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
medtronic2 product(s)
2090 carelink programmer firmware2090 carelink programmer
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2018-5446
CVSS Score4.9 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-257
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 4, 2018
Related CVEs (CWE-257)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2018-5446 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.