PatchTheCVECVE-2026-84790: OpenVPN 2.7_alpha1 through 2.7.7 allows remote authenticated users to impersonate others via a crafted certifi
CVE-2026-84790 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.6) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
OpenVPN 2.7_alpha1 through 2.7.7 allows remote authenticated users to impersonate others via a crafted certificate subject field
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Last updated 2026-10-18 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Advisories and coverage
Official advisories
- Amazon Linux 2023 ALAS: ALAS2023-2026-3226 (important): openvpn 2026-10-24
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-84790?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-84790 being exploited?
CVE-2026-84790 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-84790 affect?
CVE-2026-84790 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.6). OpenVPN 2.7_alpha1 through 2.7.7 allows remote authenticated users to impersonate others via a crafted certificate subject field
How urgent is CVE-2026-84790?
Priority 28/100. High severity