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- USN-7411-1
USN-7411-1: OpenVPN vulnerability
First published: Thu Apr 03 2025(Updated: )
It was discovered that OpenVPN incorrectly handled certain malformed packets. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to cause OpenVPN to crash, resulting in a denial of service.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/openvpn | <2.6.12-1ubuntu1.2 | 2.6.12-1ubuntu1.2 |
| Ubuntu | =24.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/openvpn | <2.6.12-0ubuntu0.24.04.3 | 2.6.12-0ubuntu0.24.04.3 |
| Ubuntu | =24.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7411-1?
The severity of USN-7411-1 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability due to OpenVPN's improper handling of malformed packets.
How do I fix USN-7411-1?
To fix USN-7411-1, update OpenVPN to version 2.6.12-1ubuntu1.2 or later for Ubuntu 24.10, or to version 2.6.12-0ubuntu0.24.04.3 or later for Ubuntu 24.04.
Can USN-7411-1 be exploited remotely?
Yes, a remote attacker can exploit USN-7411-1 to cause OpenVPN to crash, leading to a denial of service.
What versions of OpenVPN are affected by USN-7411-1?
OpenVPN versions prior to 2.6.12-1ubuntu1.2 for Ubuntu 24.10 and 2.6.12-0ubuntu0.24.04.3 for Ubuntu 24.04 are affected by USN-7411-1.
Is there a workaround for USN-7411-1?
There is no official workaround for USN-7411-1; updating to the patched version is recommended to ensure security.
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