The OpenSSL project has announced a critical security vulnerability in version 3.0 that could impact Linux operating systems, including Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and RHEL 9, as well as container images built using affected versions of Linux. The vulnerable versions of OpenSSL are currently used by Node.js 18.x and 19.x, which will likely receive upgrades soon. To prepare for this vulnerability, developers can use Snyk to scan their projects for affected dependencies, including the OpenSSL library, and take steps to update vulnerable installations on November 1, 2022. The OpenSSL project has a long track record of responsibly handling security incidents and providing timely fixes, and staying on top of critical vulnerabilities is a solid strategy for reducing risk and avoiding breaches.