CVE-2026-44278 Details
Description
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>
A vulnerability exists in Fortinet FortiClient for Windows, specifically in versions 7.4.0 through 7.4.2 and all versions of 7.2. This vulnerability involves the use of hard-coded cryptographic keys, which may allow an authenticated local attacker to decrypt the VPN password of a currently logged-in user. The issue arises from the use of an unprotected DLL function that can be exploited by an authenticated local attacker.
Users of Fortinet FortiClient Windows 7.4 should upgrade to version 7.4.3 or above. Users of Fortinet FortiClient Windows 7.2 should migrate to a fixed release.
Metrics
CVSS 4.0 Severity and Vector Strings:
No CVSS 4.0 data is available for this CVE.
CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
No data available for CVSS Version 2.0 on this CVE.
CISA-ADP
Assessed May 12, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://fortiguard.fortinet.com/psirt/FG-IR-26-129 | [email protected] | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-321 | Use of Hard-coded Cryptographic Key | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| fortinet forticlient | >= 7.2.0, < 7.4.3 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 16, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 12, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |