CVE-2022-2121
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.71%
Last modified
CVE-2022-2121 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. OFFIS DCMTK's (All versions prior to 3.6.7) has a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability while processing DICOM files, which may result in a denial-of-service condition.. EPSS estimates a 0.71% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OFFIS DCMTK's (All versions prior to 3.6.7) has a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability while processing DICOM files, which may result in a denial-of-service condition.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Offis | Dcmtk | < 3.6.7 |
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-22-174-01Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsma-22-174-01Mitigation, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-2121?
OFFIS DCMTK's (All versions prior to 3.6.7) has a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability while processing DICOM files, which may result in a denial-of-service condition.
How severe is CVE-2022-2121?
CVE-2022-2121 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.71% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-2121?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2022-2121?
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