# Major Recall Alert: Centricity™ Radiology RA600 System and Cardiology CA1000 Software Recalled Due to Security Vulnerability
GE Healthcare has issued a major recall for several Centricity™ systems, including the **Universal Viewer (UV)**, **PACS-IW**, **Radiology RA600 (RA600)**, and **Cardiology CA1000 (CA1000)**. The recall, which begins on **February 26, 2025**, addresses a **critical security vulnerability** that could expose sensitive patient data to potential manipulation by malicious actors. Read on to learn how this issue impacts healthcare systems, why it’s essential to act quickly, and how to protect your operations.
## Why This Recall is Important
Healthcare systems are increasingly digital, which makes security vulnerabilities in medical software a serious risk. GE Healthcare discovered that **service login credentials for the affected Centricity™ software can be identified**, giving malicious actors potential access to the system. Once infiltrated, an attacker could **manipulate patient data**, jeopardizing the integrity of patient records, diagnosis accuracy, and overall quality of care.
This security flaw highlights the importance of safeguarding medical software to maintain secure, HIPAA-compliant operations and avoid data breaches that can lead to **regulatory fines, reputational damage, and patient harm.** If your organization operates any of the affected Centricity™ systems, acting promptly is critical.
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### Details of the Recall
Below are the key details regarding this recall:
- **Category**: Medical Software Security Vulnerability
- **Affected Products**:
- **Centricity™ Radiology RA600 System** and associated **Cardiology CA1000 Option Software**
- **Centricity™ Universal Viewer (UV)** and **PACS-IW**
- All systems listed under **Centricity™ Radiology RA600 System - Software Models**
- **Recall Start Date**: February 26, 2025
- **Reason for Recall**: Service login credentials can potentially be identified and used by malicious actors to access the systems and **manipulate sensitive patient data.**
- **Regions Affected**: Canada (CAN)
- **Image of Affected Product**:
For further details, visit the official recall page: [https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/centricitytm-universal-viewer-uv-pacs-iw-radiology-and-cardiology-systems](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/centricitytm-universal-viewer-uv-pacs-iw-radiology-and-cardiology-systems).
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### What You Should Do
If your organization uses one of the recalled Centricity™ systems, follow these steps immediately to protect patient data and system integrity:
- **Contact GE Healthcare Support**: Reach out to your GE Healthcare representative to obtain guidance on securing your system. GE Healthcare will provide updates or patches to address the vulnerability.
- **Strengthen Security Protocols**: Ensure all service login credentials are updated regularly and follow strong password practices to enhance security.
- **Prompt System Updates**: Install any available patches or software updates provided by GE Healthcare as soon as possible. Regular updates are critical for minimizing risks associated with known vulnerabilities.
- **Review System Access Logs**: Conduct a review of access logs to ensure there hasn’t been unauthorized activity within your Centricity™ systems.
By taking these steps, you reduce the risk of unauthorized access to your system and maintain a secure digital environment for patient data.
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For official recall details, visit: [Government of Canada Recall Notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/centricitytm-universal-viewer-uv-pacs-iw-radiology-and-cardiology-systems).
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Being proactive with this recall ensures sensitive medical data remains safe and secure for both healthcare providers and patients. Take action today to safeguard your Centricity™ systems!