CVE-2025-14841: OFFIS DCMTK dcmqrscp dcmqrdbi.cc startMoveRequest null pointer dereference
A flaw has been found in OFFIS DCMTK up to 3.6.9. The impacted element is the function DcmQueryRetrieveIndexDatabaseHandle::startFindRequest/DcmQueryRetrieveIndexDatabaseHandle::startMoveRequest in the library dcmqrdb/libsrc/dcmqrdbi.cc of the component dcmqrscp. This manipulation causes null pointer dereference. The attack requires local access. Upgrading to version 3.7.0 is sufficient to resolve this issue. Patch name: ffb1a4a37d2c876e3feeb31df4930f2aed7fa030. You should upgrade the affected component.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-14841?
CVE-2025-14841 has been classified with a high severity level due to the impact it can have on the integrity of the affected software.
How do I fix CVE-2025-14841?
To fix CVE-2025-14841, update OFFIS DCMTK to a version later than 3.6.9 that addresses this vulnerability.
What components are affected by CVE-2025-14841?
CVE-2025-14841 affects the DcmQueryRetrieveIndexDatabaseHandle functions within the OFFIS DCMTK library dcmqrdb.
Can CVE-2025-14841 lead to data manipulation?
Yes, CVE-2025-14841 can potentially allow for manipulation of data during query and retrieve operations in the affected software.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-14841?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2025-14841, and applying the recommended update is the best course of action.