OpenVPN Connect Echo Script ACE - Unexpected Child Process Spawned

Ibrahim Saud@tektrix

•updated Jun 29, 2026•0•0•1

Detects instances where OpenVPN Connect executables (OpenVPNConnect.exe, openvpn.exe) spawn shell interpreters or script hosts. This pattern is often indicative of exploitation or post-exploitation activities, as legitimate VPN client operation does not typically require the execution of cmd.exe, PowerShell, or script engines.