How severe is CVE-2009-1262?

CVE-2009-1262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2009-1262 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2009-1262?

CVE-2009-1262 affects Fortinet Forticlient. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1262?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2009-1262 published?

CVE-2009-1262 was published on 2009-04-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2009-1262

CVE-2009-1262 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fortinet Forticlient with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-134.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-134
Affected product: Fortinet Forticlient
Published: 2009-04-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClient 3.0.614, and possibly earlier, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the VPN connection name.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1262?: Format string vulnerability in Fortinet FortiClient 3.0.614, and possibly earlier, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the VPN connection name.
How severe is CVE-2009-1262?: CVE-2009-1262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-1262 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-1262?: CVE-2009-1262 affects Fortinet Forticlient. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1262?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2009-1262 published?: CVE-2009-1262 was published on 2009-04-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:fortinet:forticlient:3.0.614:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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