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FDA Warns of Cybersecurity Flaws in Patient Monitors

1/31/2025

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The FDA and CISA have raised alarms over serious cybersecurity flaws in Contec CMS8000 and Epsimed MN-120 patient monitors, revealing a backdoor that could expose sensitive patient data. While no breaches have occurred yet, officials urge users to disconnect these devices from the internet until a solution is implemented. Contec, the manufacturer, is based in China.

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The FDA and CISA have raised alarms over serious cybersecurity flaws in Contec CMS8000 and Epsimed MN-120 patient monitors, revealing a backdoor that could expose sensitive patient data. While no breaches have occurred yet, officials urge users to disconnect these devices from the internet until a solution is implemented. Contec, the manufacturer, is based in China.