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CVE-2026-87020

HIGH · CVSS 8.1 EPSS 0.56% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-11 · Last synced 2026-09-14

CyberRota Analysis

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An integer overflow vulnerability in the Orthanc DICOM Server allows for a heap out-of-bounds write when processing specially crafted PNG files, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution or crashes. Organizations using this DICOM server should prioritize patching to mitigate the risk of exploitation, given the high severity rating. Immediate attention is recommended for healthcare institutions and software developers relying on this technology for image management.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

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CVE
CVE-2026-87020
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.1
EPSS
0.56%

Original NVD Description

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.