HOMEVULNERABILITIESCVE-2020-16214
MEDIUM

CVE-2020-16214

CWE-1236Published: September 11, 2020· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.0
CVSS v3.1

Official Description

In Patient Information Center iX (PICiX) Versions B.02, C.02, C.03, the

software saves user-provided information into a comma-separated value

(CSV) file, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes

special elements that could be interpreted as a command when the file is

opened by spreadsheet software.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2020-16214 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.

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 VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeChanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityLow
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Affected Vendors & Products

philips1 product(s)
patient information center ix
Source: NVD CPE · 3 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories

ADVISORYhttps://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-254-01
ADVISORYhttps://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-254-01

All References (4)

→
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-254-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://www.philips.com/productsecurity
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https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsma-20-254-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://www.philips.com/productsecurity

Quick Facts

CVE IDCVE-2020-16214
CVSS Score5.0 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-1236
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 11, 2020

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Recommended Actions

  • →Apply vendor patches immediately
  • →Monitor CVE-2020-16214 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.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.
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