Vulnerability Description
OpenVPN version 2.4.0 through 2.6.10 on Windows allows an external, lesser privileged process to create a named pipe which the OpenVPN GUI component would connect to allowing it to escalate its privileges
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openvpn | Openvpn | >= 2.4.0, < 2.6.11 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://community.openvpn.net/openvpn/wiki/CVE-2024-4877Permissions Required
- https://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/msg07634.htmlMailing ListRelease Notes
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-4877?
CVE-2024-4877 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). OpenVPN version 2.4.0 through 2.6.10 on Windows allows an external, lesser privileged process to create a named pipe which the OpenVPN GUI component would connect to allowing it to escalate its privil...
How severe is CVE-2024-4877?
CVE-2024-4877 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-4877?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openvpn Openvpn, Microsoft Windows.