LOW
CVE-2021-27456
CWE-921Published: March 23, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
2.4
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Philips Gemini PET/CT family software stores sensitive information in a removable media device that does not have built-in access control.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-27456 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.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorPhysical
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
phillips22 product(s)
gemini 882300 firmwaregemini 882300gemini 882160 firmwaregemini 882160gemini 882400 firmwaregemini 882400gemini 882390 firmwaregemini 882390gemini 882410 firmwaregemini 882410gemini 882412 firmwaregemini 882412+10
Source: NVD CPE · 22 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-21-084-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-21-084-01Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-27456
CVSS Score2.4 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-921
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMar 23, 2022
Related CVEs (CWE-921)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-27456 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.