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Hackers exploit FortiClient EMS flaw to push infostealer malware

·Source: BleepingComputer

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Executive Summary

Hackers are exploiting an authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2026-35616) in FortiClient Enterprise Management Server (EMS) to deliver an undocumented credential stealer called EKZ. [...]

Analysis

Hackers are exploiting an authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2026-35616) in FortiClient Enterprise Management Server (EMS) to deliver an undocumented credential stealer called EKZ. [...]

Indicators of Compromise (1)

CVE (1)
CVE-2026-35616
NVDMITRE CVE
Source Attribution

Originally published by BleepingComputer on May 28, 2026.

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