Security News > 2019 > April > Researchers: Malware Can Be Hidden in Medical Images

But Does 'Flaw' in DICOM File Format Represent a Serious Risk?A "flaw" in the file format of the DICOM standard for communication of medical imaging information could be exploited to hide malware in MRI and CT scans alongside patient data, according to a new research report. But the developer of DICOM contends the feature isn't a flaw and any risks can be mitigated.

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