Fortinet FortiClient EMS Improper Access Control Vulnerability
Known exploited
CVE-2026-35616
Summary
Fortinet FortiClient EMS contains an improper access control vulnerability that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted requests.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-35616 is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. CISA remediation deadline: 2026-04-09. Treat remediation as urgent.
Operator check
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Sources
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