CVE-2026-6550 - Key commitment policy bypass via shared key cache in AWS Encryption SDK for Python
Encryption Sdk ยท 2026-08-20
Actions
Technical Details
| Affected Versions | 2.0 to 2.5.1, 3.0 to 3.3.0, 4.0 to 4.0.4 |
|---|---|
| Regions | all |
| CVE IDs | CVE-2026-6550 |
| Migration Required | Yes |
| Cost Impact | Neutral |
| IaC Impact | High |
What This Means
For DevOps Teams
Update AWS Encryption SDK for Python to versions 3.3.1 or 4.0.5 to address the key commitment policy bypass vulnerability (CVE-2026-6550) and ensure secure encryption operations.
For Platform Teams
Deploy the patched versions of AWS Encryption SDK for Python (3.3.1 or 4.0.5) to maintain secure encryption practices and protect against potential key commitment policy bypass attacks.
For Executives
Implement the latest AWS Encryption SDK for Python to mitigate the risk of key commitment policy bypass and ensure secure encryption practices within your organization.