PatchTheCVECVE-2026-33913: OpenEMR is a free and open source electronic health records and medical practice management application
CVE-2026-33913 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.7) affecting openemr. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
OpenEMR is a free and open source electronic health records and medical practice management application. Prior to version 8.0.0.3, an authenticated user with access to the Carecoordination module can upload a crafted CCDA document containing `<xi:include href="file:///etc/passwd" parse="text"/>` to read arbitrary files from the server. Version 8.0.0.3 patches the issue.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.7 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 78%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-611 |
| Published | 2026-03-25 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-33913?
openemr: upgrade to 8.0.0.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-33913 being exploited?
CVE-2026-33913 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-33913 affect?
CVE-2026-33913 affects openemr. Severity is high (CVSS 7.7). OpenEMR is a free and open source electronic health records and medical practice management application. Prior to version 8.0.0.3, an authenticated user with access to the Carecoordination module can upload a crafted CCDA document containin
How urgent is CVE-2026-33913?
Priority 38/100. High severity; Public exploit reference
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