Medium severity5.5NVD Advisory· Published Aug 27, 2026
CVE-2026-81703
CVE-2026-81703
Description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.9 fail to validate encryption status of embedded post-quantum private keys in file metadata. Attackers can craft files with unencrypted embedded PQC keys that decrypt under any password, bypassing authentication and producing attacker-chosen plaintext with false integrity verification.
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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
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