CVE-2025-48429: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 16, 2025
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Updated

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the RLECodec::DecodeByStreams functionality of Grassroot DICOM 3.024. A specially crafted DICOM file can lead to leaking heap data. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Grassroot DICOM
Malaterre Grassroots Dicom=3.0.24

Event History

Dec 16, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:32 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48429?

CVE-2025-48429 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for an attacker to leak sensitive heap data.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-48429?

To mitigate CVE-2025-48429, ensure that you update Grassroot DICOM to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What can happen if CVE-2025-48429 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2025-48429 can result in the exposure of sensitive information stored in the application's memory.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-48429?

Users of Grassroot DICOM version 3.024 are affected by CVE-2025-48429 and should take protective measures.

5

Is CVE-2025-48429 related to file handling?

Yes, CVE-2025-48429 is related to the handling of specially crafted DICOM files that can trigger the out-of-bounds read condition.

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