OpenSSL Vulnerability Allows Bypassing Security Measures
Summary
CERT-Bund has issued a security advisory for OpenSSL versions prior to 3.6.2 and 3.5.6. A remote, authenticated attacker can exploit a vulnerability to bypass security measures. Mitigation is available.
What changed
CERT-Bund has released security advisory WID-SEC-2026-0729 concerning a vulnerability in OpenSSL versions prior to 3.6.2 and 3.5.6. The vulnerability, rated with a low CVSS Base Score of 3.1 and a low Temporal Score of 2.7, allows a remote, authenticated attacker to bypass security measures. This advisory applies to systems running UNIX and Windows, and potentially other operating systems.
Organizations utilizing affected OpenSSL versions should apply the available mitigation as soon as possible to prevent exploitation. While the advisory does not specify a compliance deadline, prompt action is recommended to address the security risk and prevent potential unauthorized access or data breaches. Further details on the specific CVE and available information can be found via the provided links.
What to do next
- Update OpenSSL to versions 3.6.2 or later, or 3.5.6 or later.
- Apply available mitigations for affected systems.
Source document (simplified)
[WID-SEC-2026-0729] OpenSSL: Schwachstelle ermöglicht Umgehen von Sicherheitsvorkehrungen CVSS Base Score 3.1 (niedrig) CVSS Temporal Score 2.7 (niedrig) Remoteangriff ja Datum 15.03.2026 Stand 16.03.2026 Mitigation ja
Betroffene Systeme
Betriebssystem
- Sonstiges
- UNIX
- Windows
Produktbeschreibung
OpenSSL ist eine im Quelltext frei verfügbare Bibliothek, die Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) und Transport Layer Security (TLS) implementiert.
Produkte
15.03.2026
- Open Source OpenSSL <3.6.2
- Open Source OpenSSL <3.5.6
Angriff
Angriff
Ein entfernter, authentisierter Angreifer kann eine Schwachstelle in OpenSSL ausnutzen, um Sicherheitsvorkehrungen zu umgehen. CVE Informationen Versionshistorie Feedback zum Advisory geben
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