Critical severity9.8OSV Advisory· Published Aug 17, 2026· Updated Sep 1, 2026
CVE-2026-74895
CVE-2026-74895
Description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 fail to apply sandbox restrictions in the default process isolation mode for plugin execution. Attackers can execute malicious plugins with unrestricted access to the filesystem, network, subprocess execution, and all Python modules.
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Affected products
2<1.4.0+ 1 more
- (no CPE)range: <1.4.0
- (no CPE)
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
2- github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advisories/GHSA-623h-chj7-hfx8nvdMitigationVendor Advisory
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-before-plugin-sandbox-bypass-via-process-isolationnvdThird Party Advisory
News mentions
1- Jahlives openssl_encrypt: 25 Critical Flaws Including Auth Bypass and Sandbox Escapes Disclosed TogetherVypr Intelligence · Aug 17, 2026