Signal is active with 3 mentions in latest observed window
Recommended action window: Monitor and triage in normal cycle
NVD description
openssl_encrypt versions before 1.4.0 contain an authentication bypass vulnerability in pqc.py where AES-GCM decryption failures trigger fallback to unauthenticated AES-CTR mode. Attackers can modify ciphertext in transit to bypass integrity verification and perform bit-flipping attacks without detection.
Priority
LOW
Exploitation
NONE
PoC
NONE
Patch
AVAILABLE
Momentum
NONE
If you run products in this scope, you should treat this CVE as relevant to your environment.
⚠️ Vulnerabilidades en Libreria de Python ❗ CVE-2026-74901 ❗ CVE-2026-74900 ❗ CVE-2026-74896 ➡️ Más info: https://www.cert.gov.py/vulnerabilidades-en-libreria-de-python/ https://t.co/PLKCikgWT5
Post summary
The post enumerates three Python‑library CVEs and links to a CERT webpage for further details, but offers no specific exploit, mitigation, or technical information.
A critical `openssl_encrypt` flaw (CVE-2026-74901) was just revealed (Aug 17, 2026). It permits unauthenticated attackers to modify encrypted data in transit, severely compromising data integrity and privacy. Patch immediately. #Cybersecurity #Vulnerability #News
Post summary
A critical flaw (CVE‑2026‑74901) in OpenSSL encryption permitting unauthenticated modification of encrypted data is disclosed, and an urgent patch is advised.
CVE-2026-74901 openssl_encrypt Authentication Bypass via AES-GCM Fallback https://vulmon.com/vulnerabilitydetails?qid=CVE-2026-74901
Post summary
This entry announces CVE-2026-74901, an authentication bypass in openssl_encrypt due to AES‑GCM fallback, but provides no PoC, exploit, patch, or active exploitation evidence.
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| Part | Vendor | Product | Version | Target SW | Target HW |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| App | jahlives | openssl_encrypt | - | python | - |