CVE-2026-74885: openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 contain a logging bug in restore_hidden_modules() that logs module count

Routine

LOW 3.6WATCHLISTUPGRADE

CVE-2026-74885 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 3.6) affecting openssl encrypt. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 contain a logging bug in restore_hidden_modules() that logs module counts after clearing, always showing zero restored modules and corrupting audit trails. Additionally, a race condition exists between module hiding and import hook installation where another thread could re-import blocked modules in multi-threaded environments.

Why this priority

On your watchlist

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	3.6 (Low)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	High
Privileges needed	Low
User interaction	None
EPSS exploit chance	0.2% (top 90%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-117
Published	2026-08-17
Last modified	2026-09-01

Publisher (CNA): VulnCheck · Vendor: jahlives

Last updated 2026-09-01 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-08-17 11:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-09-01 15:27 UTCUpdated Record last modified

jahlives openssl encrypt UPGRADE

Affected: < 1.4.0

Fixed in: 1.4.0

Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release

1. Check installed version

pip show openssl-encrypt

2. UPGRADE to 1.4.0

pip install --upgrade "openssl-encrypt>=1.4.0"

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Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2026-74885?

openssl encrypt: upgrade to 1.4.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-74885 being exploited?

CVE-2026-74885 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2026-74885 affect?

CVE-2026-74885 affects openssl encrypt. Severity is low (CVSS 3.6). openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 contain a logging bug in restore_hidden_modules() that logs module counts after clearing, always showing zero restored modules and corrupting audit trails. Additionally, a race condition exists between

How urgent is CVE-2026-74885?

Priority 20/100. On your watchlist

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References

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