Low severity3.3NVD Advisory· Published Aug 27, 2026· Updated Sep 1, 2026
CVE-2026-81695
CVE-2026-81695
Description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.9 fail to escape attacker-controlled key_id values printed to stderr during decrypt auto-detection. Attackers can craft encrypted files with malicious key_id containing escape sequences to repaint terminal output and forge authenticity verification blocks.
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Affected products
2<1.4.9+ 1 more
- (no CPE)range: <1.4.9
- (no CPE)range: <1.4.9
Patches
Vulnerability mechanics
References
2- github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advisories/GHSA-jwfm-99h7-2w5xnvdVendor Advisory
- www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-before-1.4.9-terminal-injection-via-key-idnvdThird Party Advisory
News mentions
1- Jahlives Openssl Encrypt: 25 Vulnerabilities Disclosed in Single Batch, Patched in 1.4.9Vypr Intelligence · Aug 27, 2026