FortiClient and EMS
CVE-2024-52968: Improper authentication in FortiClientMac
An improper authentication in Fortinet FortiClientMac 7.0.11 through 7.2.4 allows attacker to gain improper access to MacOS via empty password.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityMEDIUMCVSS 3.1 5.8
EPSS0.24%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixAvailable
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| FortiClientMac 7.4 | 7.4.1 or later |
| FortiClientMac 7.2.3 to 7.2.4 | 7.2.5 or later |
| FortiClientMac 7.0.11 to 7.0.12 | 7.0.13 or later |
Always confirm against the vendor advisory, which lists every fixed hotfix.
What it is
An improper authentication in Fortinet FortiClientMac 7.0.11 through 7.2.4 allows attacker to gain improper access to MacOS via empty password.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 10 Oct 2026.