CVE-2026-5442 Details
Description
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the DICOM image decoder. Dimension fields are encoded using Value Representation (VR) Unsigned Long (UL), instead of the expected VR Unsigned Short (US), which allows extremely large dimensions to be processed. This causes an integer overflow during frame size calculation and results in out-of-bounds memory access during image decoding.
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in Orthanc DICOM Server versions through 1.12.10. The issue arises in the DICOM image decoder, where dimension fields are incorrectly encoded using Value Representation (VR) Unsigned Long (UL) instead of the expected VR Unsigned Short (US). This discrepancy allows the processing of excessively large dimensions, leading to an integer overflow during frame size calculation. Consequently, the vulnerability causes out-of-bounds memory access during image decoding, potentially allowing for memory corruption or arbitrary code execution.
Users are advised to upgrade to Orthanc version 1.12.11, which addresses this vulnerability. Consult the Orthanc documentation and release notes for guidance on patching and deployment.
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Apr 14, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://kb.cert.org/vuls/id/536588 | [email protected] | Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry |
| https://www.machinespirits.de/ | [email protected] | Not Applicable |
| https://www.orthanc-server.com/ | [email protected] | Product |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-787 | Out-of-bounds Write | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| orthanc-server orthanc | < 1.12.11 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 14, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Apr 14, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Apr 9, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |