CVE-2026-87020: Orthanc DICOM Server Integer Overflow or Wraparound

Published Sep 11, 2026
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Updated

An integer overflow in a specified pitch and buffer-size computation leads to a heap out-of-bounds write when Orthanc DICOM Server decodes an attacker-supplied PNG.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Orthanc Orthanc DICOM Server

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Orthanc DICOM Server to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in v1.13.0

Event History

Sep 11, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:11 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:11 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

Which deployments are exposed?

Orthanc DICOM Server deployments that can be reached over the network and decode attacker-supplied PNG files are in scope. The available data does not state whether any default configuration accepts or processes such files.

2

What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

The CVSS vector indicates network access, low privileges, and no user interaction are required. Exploitation involves supplying a crafted PNG for the server to decode.

3

What is the expected impact of successful exploitation?

Successful exploitation can cause a heap out-of-bounds write. The CVSS vector rates integrity and availability impact as high, with no confidentiality impact indicated.

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