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CVE-2026-63072 (OpenSSL) found on v22.x

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v22.x
Dominant language
Python
Stars
22
Forks
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PR merge metrics
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Description

A new vulnerability for OpenSSL 3.5.7 was found:
Vulnerability ID: CVE-2026-63072
Vulnerability URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-63072
Failed run: https://github.com/nodejs/nodejs-dependency-vuln-assessments/actions/runs/34674480907

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Research direction

Start by reviewing the failed assessment run and the NVD entry for CVE-2026-63072, then determine what action this repository expects for a vulnerability in OpenSSL 3.5.7 on v22.x. The issue does not name a file, test, entry point, or acceptance criterion, so the definition of done needs clarification before implementation.

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Assessment

Tech stack
python
Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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