FortiClient and EMS
CVE-2026-44278: Use of hard-coded cryptographic key in FortiClientWindows
A use of hard-coded cryptographic key vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientWindows 7.4.0 through 7.4.2, FortiClientWindows 7.2 all versions may allow attacker to information disclosure via <insert attack vector here>
Published
ExploitedNot in CISA KEV
Ransomware useNot reportedPer CISA
SeverityLOWCVSS 3.1 2.1
EPSS0.14%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixAvailable
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Affected and fixed versions
| Product / branch | Fixed in |
|---|---|
| FortiClientWindows 7.4.0 to 7.4.2 | 7.4.3 or later |
| FortiClientWindows 7.2.0 to 7.2.14 | Upgrade past 7.2.14; see the advisory |
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What it is
A use of hard-coded cryptographic key vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientWindows 7.4.0 through 7.4.2, FortiClientWindows 7.2 all versions may allow attacker to information disclosure via <insert attack vector here>
Sources
KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 10 Oct 2026.