FortiClient and EMS
CVE-2026-24018: UNIX symbolic link (Symlink) following in FortiClientLinux
A UNIX symbolic link (Symlink) following vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientLinux 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, FortiClientLinux 7.2.2 through 7.2.12 may allow a local and unprivileged user to escalate their privileges to root.
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityHIGHCVSS 3.1 7.4
EPSS0.24%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixAvailable
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| FortiClientLinux 7.4.0 to 7.4.4 | 7.4.5 or later |
| FortiClientLinux 7.2.2 to 7.2.12 | 7.2.13 or later |
Always confirm against the vendor advisory, which lists every fixed hotfix.
What it is
A UNIX symbolic link (Symlink) following vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientLinux 7.4.0 through 7.4.4, FortiClientLinux 7.2.2 through 7.2.12 may allow a local and unprivileged user to escalate their privileges to root.
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 10 Oct 2026.