HIGH · 8.1

CVE-2026-22879

vtk vtk-dicom vtkDICOMItem::NewDataElement heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

vtk vtk-dicom vtkDICOMItem::NewDataElement heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability

CVSS Score

8.1

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
HIGH
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-22879?

CVE-2026-22879 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.1 (HIGH). vtk vtk-dicom vtkDICOMItem::NewDataElement heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability

How severe is CVE-2026-22879?

CVE-2026-22879 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-22879?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.