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CVE-2026-35616

Fortinet FortiClient EMS Improper Access Control

9.8 CRITICALActively exploited (CISA KEV)EPSS 9.10%
  1. Published3 Apr 2026
  2. Added to CISA KEV6 Apr 2026
  3. Remediation due9 Apr 2026
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

Fortinet FortiClient EMS contains an improper access control vulnerability that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.

Added to KEV: 6 Apr 2026Federal remediation due: 9 Apr 2026

Description

A improper access control vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClientEMS 7.4.5 through 7.4.6 may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Fortinet Forticlientems7.4.5 · 7.4.6

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-35616 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2026-35616 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 6 Apr 2026.

How severe is CVE-2026-35616?

CVE-2026-35616 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 9.10% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-35616?

Affected products include Fortinet Forticlientems.

How do I fix CVE-2026-35616?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.