Hard-Coded Cryptographic Key Vulnerability in FortiClient for Windows

CVE-2019-16150

What is CVE-2019-16150?

The vulnerability pertains to the use of a hard-coded cryptographic key in FortiClient for Windows, versions prior to 6.4.0. This flaw allows an attacker with access to the local storage or the configuration backup file to decrypt sensitive security data. The hard-coded nature of the key raises significant concerns about the confidentiality of encrypted information, making it imperative for users to upgrade to a patched version to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized data access.

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