Security News > 2020 > March > 'SweynTooth' Cyber Flaws Could Affect Medical Devices

A FDA spokeswoman tells Information Security Media Group that the agency does not yet have an estimate on how many medical devices and other health-related products in use in the U.S. or worldwide could be impacted.

"As with any medical technology, threats that can affect proper operation, availability or in any way threatens patient safety is of concern," says Bill Aerts, executive director of the Archimedes Center for Medical Device Security at the University of Michigan.

The affected medical devices may include pacemakers, blood glucose monitors and others using affected BLE SDKs.".

The FDA is also advising manufacturers to work with healthcare providers, facilities and patients to determine which medical devices are affected and to take action to ensure that risks are reduced to acceptable levels.

"These range from fitness tracking bracelets and other wearables to smart plugs and smart door locks to glucose meters and medical devices.

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