Path Traversal Vulnerability in OpenSSL Encrypt by Jahlives
CVE-2026-74884

8.7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Jahlives

Status
OpenSSL Encrypt
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-74884?

The OpenSSL Encrypt library by Jahlives, specifically in versions prior to 1.4.0, is impacted by a path traversal vulnerability. This issue arises from the improper sanitization of the plugin_id parameter within the _is_safe_path method. Attackers can exploit this flaw by inputting a malicious plugin_id that contains path traversal sequences, such as '../', allowing them to access sensitive directories outside the designated plugin directory. This could lead to unauthorized access to critical system files and data.

Affected Version(s)

openssl_encrypt 0 < 1.4.0

openssl_encrypt 1.4.0

References

https://github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advi...
vendor-advisory
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-befo...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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