Vulnerability Description
openssl_encrypt (pip package openssl-encrypt) versions <= 1.4.8 do not redact the keyserver bearer token passed as the positional argument to 'keyserver set-token' in the --debug argv dump, because sanitize_argv_for_debug fails to sanitize it. As a result the token is printed in cleartext to stderr under --debug (even without --unsafe-show-secrets), persisting the credential in logs and terminal history. Fixed in 1.4.9.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jahlives | Openssl Encrypt | < 1.4.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/jahlives/openssl_encrypt/security/advisories/GHSA-jqqp-pf9j-8Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/openssl-encrypt-before-1.4.9-credential-expThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-81715?
CVE-2026-81715 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.3 (LOW). openssl_encrypt (pip package openssl-encrypt) versions <= 1.4.8 do not redact the keyserver bearer token passed as the positional argument to 'keyserver set-token' in the --debug argv dump, because sa...
How severe is CVE-2026-81715?
CVE-2026-81715 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-81715?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jahlives Openssl Encrypt.