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The vulnerability of OpenVPN 3 Linux software for network encryption lies in the improper handling of symbolic links before accessing the file. This allows a malicious user to elevate their privileges and alter the access rights to the target directory.

🗓️ 18 Aug 2025 00:00:00Reported by FSTEC of Russia — Information Security Threat DatabaseType 
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OpenVPN 3 Linux mishandles symbolic links, enabling privilege escalation and directory rights.

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18 Aug 2025 00:00Current
5.8Medium risk
Vulners AI Score5.8
CVSS 24.9
CVSS 36.2
EPSS0.00182
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