Philips Efficia CM Series - Network Security on the Efficia CM Series Monitor; Trusted Environment; Software Security; Network Security

Network Security on the Efficia CM Series Monitor
Overview
1-2 Efficia CM Series Network Configuration Guide
The individuals configuring the network should understand basic routing and switching. If
connecting to a wireless network, network engineers should fully understand 802.11
wireless networking, wireless security concepts, and wireless site surveys.
The network must be designed using only best practices for network resiliency,
redundancy, capacity, and security.
Network Security on the Efficia CM Series Monitor
This section describes the privacy and network security features for the Efficia CM Series
monitor.
Trusted Environment
The hospital implements its own security and privacy provisions to ensure that it is a
trusted environment.
Software Security
The Efficia CM Series monitor software uses the Linux Kernel 2.6.35 operating system.
Security patch releases are incorporated in the monitor software, if needed.
Monitor software updates can only be performed using a USB flash drive. External code
cannot be run or downloaded directly to the monitor.
Network Security
The Efficia CM Series monitor supports enterprise-grade authentication and encryption
mechanisms.
Security measures include the following:
• 802.11 a/b/g/n WiFi Certifications
• Security modes: 802.1X, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK
• Encryption methods: WEP, TKIP, and AES/CCMP
• EAP authentication methods: PEAP, EAP-TLS, and EAP-TTLS
• Configurable Ethernet MAC and bidirectional Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocol filters
Efficia CM Series Documentation
Efficia CM Series documentation includes:
• Efficia CM Series Patient Monitors Installation and Configuration Guide: Provides
instructions for unpacking, installing, and connecting all hardware. Includes initial
testing and configuration procedures. Also includes instructions for returning the
monitor.
• Efficia CM Series Patient Monitors Instructions for Use: Provides information for
day to day operation of the Efficia CM Series monitor. Also includes safety
information, monitor specifications, and a list of compatible accessories.