# CVE-2026-3650: gdcm: A memory leak exists in the Grassroots DICOM library (GDCM)

CVE-2026-3650 is fixed in gdcm on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-3650 (version 3.0.24-11), released March 26, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-3650
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a
- EPSS: 0.0036
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Mar 26, 2026

## Description

A memory leak exists in the Grassroots DICOM library (GDCM). The bug occurs when parsing malformed DICOM files with non-standard VR types in file meta information. The vulnerability leads to vast memory allocations and resource depletion, triggering a denial-of-service condition. A maliciously crafted file can fill the heap in a single read operation without properly releasing it.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | gdcm Debian 14 | 3.0.24-11 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-3650](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-3650.md) | Mar 26, 2026 |

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