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CVE-2026-81696 Details
Description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.9 fail to sanitize terminal control characters in file metadata printed by the info command. Attackers can craft malicious files containing escape sequences to repaint terminal output and forge verification information displayed to users.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed Aug 27, 2026Exploitation: NoneAutomatable: NoTechnical Impact: Partial
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advisories/GHSA-539p-fxf4-7fv8 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-before-1.4.9-terminal-injection-via-info-command | [email protected] | Third Party Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-117 | Improper Output Neutralization for Logs | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| jahlives openssl encrypt | < 1.4.9 |
CPE
Remediation
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Change History
3 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Aug 27, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Aug 27, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |