Packages
- openvpn - virtual private network software
Details
It was discovered that OpenVPN incorrectly handled certificate subject
fields. A remote authenticated user could possibly use this issue to
impersonate other users.
It was discovered that OpenVPN incorrectly handled certificate subject
fields. A remote authenticated user could possibly use this issue to
impersonate other users.
Update instructions
After a standard system update you need to restart OpenVPN to make all the necessary changes.
Learn more about how to get the fixes.The problem can be corrected by updating your system to the following package versions:
| Ubuntu Release | Package Version | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.10 stonking | openvpn – 2.7.7-1ubuntu1.1 | ||
| 26.04 LTS resolute | openvpn – 2.7.0-1ubuntu1.4 | ||
| 24.04 LTS noble | openvpn – 2.6.19-0ubuntu0.24.04.5 | ||
| 22.04 LTS jammy | openvpn – 2.5.11-0ubuntu0.22.04.6 | ||
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