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Global VPN Client

by SonicWall Inc.v5.0.0.2008

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Allow managed devices to securely access your corporate data center with a familiar remote VPN experience through SonicWall Global VPN client. It is a traditional client-based VPN which utilizes IPsec to secure encrypted connections.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id SonicWall.GlobalVPNClient --exact --version 5.0.0.2008

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Global VPN Client

Global VPN Client uses EXE (NSIS). The silent install switches are /S.

One-line silent install (x64, machine scope)
GVCSetup-x64_5.0.0.2008.exe /S

See the full silent install reference for Global VPN Client →

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Installers · v5.0.0.2008

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x86EXE
NSIS
machineDirect
x64EXE
NSIS
machineDirect

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

5 known CVEs via NVD

  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2021-20051affects <=4.10.7.1117May 4, 2022

    SonicWall Global VPN Client 4.10.7.1117 installer (32-bit and 64-bit) and earlier versions have a DLL Search Order Hijacking vulnerability in one of the installer components. Successful exploitation via a local attacker could result in command execution in the target system.

    Vendor advisory
  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2021-20047affects <=4.10.6Dec 7, 2021

    SonicWall Global VPN client version 4.10.6 (32-bit and 64-bit) and earlier have a DLL Search Order Hijacking vulnerability. Successful exploitation via a local attacker could result in remote code execution in the target system.

    Vendor advisory
  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2021-20037affects <=4.10.5Sep 20, 2021

    SonicWall Global VPN Client 4.10.5 installer (32-bit and 64-bit) incorrect default file permission vulnerability leads to privilege escalation which potentially allows command execution in the host operating system. This vulnerability impacts GVC 4.10.5 installer and earlier.

    Vendor advisory
  • high8.6Patched in wingetCVE-2020-5145affects <=4.10.4.0314Oct 28, 2020

    SonicWall Global VPN client version 4.10.4.0314 and earlier have an insecure library loading (DLL hijacking) vulnerability. Successful exploitation could lead to remote code execution in the target system.

    Vendor advisory
  • high7.8Patched in wingetCVE-2020-5144affects <=4.10.4.0314Oct 28, 2020

    SonicWall Global VPN client version 4.10.4.0314 and earlier allows unprivileged windows user to elevate privileges to SYSTEM through loaded process hijacking vulnerability.

    Vendor advisory
Source: NVD, updated 1h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Global VPN Client on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id SonicWall.GlobalVPNClient --exact --version 5.0.0.2008. winget downloads the installer from SonicWall Inc. and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install Global VPN Client silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id SonicWall.GlobalVPNClient --exact 5.0.0.2008 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for Global VPN Client?
Global VPN Client uses EXE (NSIS). Run the downloaded installer with: GVCSetup-x64_5.0.0.2008.exe /S. The silent switches are /S.
How do I uninstall Global VPN Client via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id SonicWall.GlobalVPNClient --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Global VPN Client's Apps & Features entry.
Is Global VPN Client free?
Global VPN Client is distributed under Proprietary. Refer to the publisher (https://www.sonicwall.com/products/remote-access/vpn-clients) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does Global VPN Client work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Global VPN Client directly from the publisher.
How do I keep Global VPN Client up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id SonicWall.GlobalVPNClient --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 3 versions of Global VPN Client from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

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