OpenVPN Driver Vulnerability Let Attackers Crash Windows Systems

Network administrators and cybersecurity experts will be pleased to learn that OpenVPN 2.7_alpha2 will be released on June 19, 2025, according to the OpenVPN community project team.

While this early alpha build for the upcoming 2.7.0 feature release introduces several innovative enhancements, it also addresses a critical vulnerability in the Windows driver that could allow attackers to crash systems.

Critical Flaw in OpenVPN Driver

Identified as CVE-2025-50054, this flaw has been patched in the latest Windows MSI installers, underscoring the importance of timely updates even in alpha releases not intended for production use.

This release brings to light the persistent challenges in securing VPN software, especially on widely used platforms like Windows, where such vulnerabilities can have far-reaching implications for enterprise and individual users alike.

The OpenVPN 2.7_alpha2 release is packed with technical advancements aimed at enhancing functionality and security.

One ...