Fix OpenCart openssl_encrypt Issue in OpenCart 3.x.x.x

Problem Statement:

Many OpenCart users face the openssl_encrypt IV warning, which may disrupt secure encryption processes used in OpenCart's core functionalities, including password encryption, API authentication, and data security. Without this fix, your store may be vulnerable to malformed encryption or unexpected errors.

Purpose of the Extension:

The purpose of this extension is to provide a seamless fix for the PHP warning related to openssl_encrypt in OpenCart 3.x.x.x. It prevents encryption-related errors that could affect your store's data security and performance.

Features:

• Fixes the "openssl_encrypt IV issue" in OpenCart 3xxx
• Ensures secure encryption by properly setting the Initialization Vector (IV)
• OCMOD-based patch – No core file modifications required
• Quick and easy installation using the OpenCart Extension Installer
• Compatible with all OpenCart 3.x.x.x versions

How to Use:

1. Login to OpenCart Admin Panel
2. Navigate to Extensions > Installer and upload openssl-issue-fix-1.0.ocmod.zip
3. Go to Extensions > Modifications and click Refresh Modification
4. That’s all! Your OpenCart store is now free from the openssl_encrypt IV warning

Benefits:

• Eliminates the PHP warning caused by an empty IV
• Helps maintain a secure and compliant encryption process
• Quick OCMOD patch without modifying OpenCart core files
• Lightweight and efficient – No impact on store performance

Use Cases:

• If you are seeing the openssl_encrypt IV warning in your error logs
• If your payment gateway, API integrations, or encryption-dependent features are not working properly
• If you want to ensure secure encryption in OpenCart 3.x.x.x

Expected Results:

• No more openssl_encrypt warnings in error logs
• Improved security with proper IV handling
• Stable encryption for OpenCart's sensitive data handling