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CVE-2024-47796

Offis Dcmtk buffer overflow

8.4 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.62%
  1. Published13 Jan 2025

Description

An improper array index validation vulnerability exists in the nowindow functionality of OFFIS DCMTK 3.6.8. A specially crafted DICOM file can lead to an out-of-bounds write. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorLocal
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Offis Dcmtk3.6.8

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-47796 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-47796 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.62%.

How severe is CVE-2024-47796?

CVE-2024-47796 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.4, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.62% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-47796?

Affected products include Offis Dcmtk.

How do I fix CVE-2024-47796?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.