CVE-2017-14018 Details
Description
An improper authentication issue was discovered in Johnson & Johnson Ethicon Endo-Surgery Generator Gen11, all versions released before November 29, 2017. The security authentication mechanism used between the Ethicon Endo-Surgery Generator Gen11 and single-patient use products can be bypassed, allowing for unauthorized devices to be connected to the generator, which could result in a loss of integrity or availability.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
No SSVC data is available for this CVE.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-17-332-01 | CVE | Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource |
| http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101978 | CVE | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSMA-17-332-01 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource |
| http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101978 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-287 | Improper Authentication | [email protected] |
| CWE-287 | Improper Authentication | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| ethicon endo-surgery generator gen11 firmware | All versions |
CPE
Remediation
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| ethicon endo-surgery generator gen11 | All versions |
CPE
Remediation
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Change History
7 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| May 13, 2026 | CVE Status Change | [email protected] |
| Nov 21, 2024 | CVE Modified | CVE |
| May 14, 2024 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Oct 9, 2019 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Dec 21, 2017 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Dec 7, 2017 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |