SourceAWS Client VPN now supports CLI, administration controls, and faster connections
AWS released version 6.0.x of the AWS VPN Client, which introduces a command-line interface (CLI), administrative controls, and faster connection times. The client is rebuilt using OpenVPN3.
Why it matters
IT administrators can now automate VPN connectivity via scripts and centrally enforce security policies across devices without needing third-party tools. This streamlines deployment and management for organizations using AWS infrastructure.
The details
- The update is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
- Client v6.0.x maintains full backward compatibility with existing AWS Client VPN endpoints.
- GUI and CLI interfaces can run concurrently with independent connection persistence.
Show entities and relationshipsHide entities and relationships
In this article
Key connections
AWS owns AWS Client VPN
AWS owns and provides the AWS Client VPN service.
AWS owns AWS VPN Client
AWS develops and distributes the AWS VPN Client application.
AWS VPN Client is related to AWS Client VPN
AWS VPN Client connects users to AWS Client VPN endpoints.
AWS VPN Client uses Command-Line Interface
AWS VPN Client v6.0 adds CLI support with full feature parity to the GUI.
AWS Client VPN uses Virtual Private Network
AWS Client VPN provides virtual private network connectivity.
Related events
AWS Releases Rebuilt AWS VPN Client v6.0.x with CLI and Administrative Controls
Get the weekly recap
The stories like this one, picked and explained — once a week, straight to your inbox.