7.5
CWE
400
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-20813

First published: Tue Aug 22 2023(Updated: )

Control Channel in OpenVPN 2.4.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted reset packet.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Openvpn Openvpn<=2.4.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the vulnerability ID for Control Channel in OpenVPN?

    The vulnerability ID for Control Channel in OpenVPN is CVE-2020-20813.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-20813?

    The severity of CVE-2020-20813 is high with a score of 7.5.

  • How does the vulnerability in OpenVPN 2.4.7 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service?

    The vulnerability in OpenVPN 2.4.7 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through crafted reset packets.

  • What is the affected software version of CVE-2020-20813?

    The affected software version of CVE-2020-20813 is OpenVPN 2.4.7 and earlier.

  • Is there a reference available for more information about this vulnerability?

    Yes, you can find more information about this vulnerability at the following link: [CVE-2020-20813](https://www.freebuf.com/vuls/215171.html)

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