7.8
CWE
95 94
EPSS
0.042%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-7224: Code Injection

First published: Mon Jan 08 2024(Updated: )

OpenVPN Connect version 3.0 through 3.4.6 on macOS allows local users to execute code in external third party libraries using the DYLD_INSERT_LIBRARIES environment variable

Credit: security@openvpn.net

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenVPN Connect>=3.0.0<=3.4.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-7224?

    CVE-2023-7224 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-7224?

    To fix CVE-2023-7224, update OpenVPN Connect to version 3.4.7 or later on your macOS.

  • What impact does CVE-2023-7224 have on macOS users?

    CVE-2023-7224 allows local users to execute arbitrary code through improperly handled DYLD_INSERT_LIBRARIES environment variable.

  • Is my version of OpenVPN Connect affected by CVE-2023-7224?

    If you are using OpenVPN Connect version 3.0 through 3.4.6 on macOS, you are affected by CVE-2023-7224.

  • Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2023-7224?

    CVE-2023-7224 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local user access to execute the vulnerability.

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