How severe is CVE-2014-5403?

CVE-2014-5403 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2014-5403 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-5403?

CVE-2014-5403 affects Hospira Mednet. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5403?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-5403 published?

CVE-2014-5403 was published on 2015-04-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-5403

CVE-2014-5403 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hospira Mednet with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-321.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-321
Affected product: Hospira Mednet
Published: 2015-04-03
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Hospira MedNet before 6.1 uses hardcoded cryptographic keys for protection of data transmission from infusion pumps, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-5403?: Hospira MedNet before 6.1 uses hardcoded cryptographic keys for protection of data transmission from infusion pumps, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
How severe is CVE-2014-5403?: CVE-2014-5403 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-5403 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-5403?: CVE-2014-5403 affects Hospira Mednet. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5403?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-5403 published?: CVE-2014-5403 was published on 2015-04-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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