Forticlient Windows 10 Issues
Posted : admin On 13.12.2020When the 'VPN before logon' feature of FortiClient Windows is enabled (disabled by default), and when the server certificate is not valid, it is possible for an attacker without a user account on the targeted Windows workstation to obtain SYSTEM level privileges, via exploiting the Windows 'security alert' dialog thereby popping up. Visit the post for more. I have resolved this issue on my laptop (Note: Win 8.1) After creating the VPN connection in FotiClient, a network connection is created called fortissl. This vid explains how to uninstall FortiClient 5 manually. Plz use this app uninstaller PRO@ if you are havi.
FortiClient VPN Connection getting stuck at Status: 98% (Solved)
Problem
When connecting to VPN network using FortiClient users occasionally are unable to make the connection as the VPN client seems to be malfunctioning. The connection gets stuck at Status: 98% and they get disconnected. This problem appears to be affecting FortiClient version 5.3.xxx as well 5.4.1.0840 running on Windows 8 and 10 that we are aware of.
It’s s been determined that there is a problem with the Windows operating system WAN miniport driver and not specifically with a Forticlient issue.
Remedies
To fix Wan miniport problems as well as VPN and dial-up error code 720 and similar PPP errors follow these steps (worked for us)
1. Install WAN miniport repair tool
2. Restart computer
3. Run Install WAN miniport installer tool
4. Restart computer and test VPN access.
Here are some ways to fix the virtual adapter ( that worked for some folks):
1. There were no Miniports installed on the computer. This can be determined by going to Control Panel, System, Hardware, Device Manager, View – Show hidden devices. Under Network Adapters there should be a series of WAN Miniport: IP, IPv6 PPPOE, PPTP, IKEv2, etc. These ports are often used for different adapters different VPN clients. If the Miniports are not visible, they will have to be reinstalled.
Download devcon.exe. This is a utility from Microsoft. When that is done you can find the different miniport driver names associated to your OS in the following file c:windowsinfnetrasa.inf. This path is for Windows XP and it will be different for other OS.”
Windows 8 file locations is C:Program Files (x86)Windows Kits8.1Toolsx64>
Here are the command lines I used in XP to reinstall the needed Miniports.
“devcon.exe install c:windowsinfnetrasa.inf MS_PppoeMiniport”
“devcon.exe install c:windowsinfnetrasa.inf MS_NdisWanIp”
“devcon.exe install c:windowsinfnetrasa.inf MS_PptpMiniport”
“devcon.exe install c:windowsinfnetrasa.inf MS_L2tpMiniport”
Reboot your PC following these commands.
You will probably need to reinstall your VPN client software or hardware driver that was not functioning before. This will reinitialize binding to the Miniports.
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2. To make VPN client work with windows 8.x or Windows 10 you can try the following:
From an elevated command prompt run the following:
netcfg -v -u ms_ndiswanip
netcfg -v -u ms_ndiswanipv6
Reboot the computer. Windows will detect the devices are missing and reinstall it automatically, likely transparently. Check device manager to make sure they are back in there.
Once the PC boots up check the fortissl adapter, it may say device missing still. You should now see an ISDN adapter in the list. Select it and enter 1 for the number, uncheck ‘ missing device’ ensuring only the ISDN option is selected. Click OK and try to connect to the SSL VPN.
Once the computer gets restarted the sslvpn connection should work again.
If not, check the fortissl adapter, it may say device missing. You should now see an ISDN adapter in the list. Select it and enter 1 for the number, uncheck ‘ missing device’ ensure only the ISDN option is selected. Click OK and try to connect to the SSL VPN.
3. Make sure the services listed in “1)” are running on the affected PC. Run “services.msc” and make sure the mentioned services are running (have status “started”).
– Telephony
– Remote Access Connection Manager
– Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol Service
If some of those services are not running, please start them and then test the sslvpn connection.
Also from Device Manager, select “View->Show hidden devices”, then open “Network Adapters”, check and make sure that “WAN Miniport (IP)” is enabled and running properly.
In case it still doesn’t work after performing the steps in 1), then try the following steps:
From an elevated command prompt run the following:
netcfg -v -u ms_ndiswanip
netcfg -v -u ms_ndiswanipv6
Check device manager: “WAN Miniport (IP)” and “WAN Miniport (IPv6)” should be gone.
Reboot the PC, Windows will detect the devices are missing and reinstall it automatically, likely transparently. Check device manager to make sure they are back in there.
Once the PC boots up again check the fortissl adapter, it may say device missing still. You should now see an ISDN adapter in the list. Select it and enter 1 for the number, uncheck ‘ missing device’ ensuring only the ISDN option is selected. Click OK and try to connect to the SSL VPN.
Once the PC boots up again, test the sslvpn connection.
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If none of the above steps resolves the issue, then please try the instructions in the following link http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/windows/en-US/427f8be7-941a-4e78-bf21-f94a257b3549/ras-error-720-when-establishing-modem-connection?forum=itprovistanetworking
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1) Open Network Connections
2) Note the “fortissl” connection will have the device message “Unavailable – device missing”
3) Open the properties for this connection
4) On the “General” tab: a. Uncheck the “Modem Removed – Unavailable device ()” device b. Check the “ISDN channel – PPPoP WAN Adapter” device c. Click the up arrow on the right to move the “ISDN channel – PPPoP WAN Adapter” to the top of the list d. Set the phone number for the “ISDN channel – PPPoP WAN Adapter” to “1” (without the quotes)
5) Click “OK” to close the “fortissl” properties
6) The “fortissl” connection should now appear gray with the device message “PPPoP WAN Adapter” and a status of “Disconnected”
7) You should now be able to successfully establish an SSL VPN connection
Or:
http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/windows/en-US/427f8be7-941a-4e78-bf21-f94a257b3549/ras-error-720-when-establishing-modem-connection?forum=itprovistanetworking
Update: 06.12.2017
It appears the FortiClient engineering staff may have finally resolved this pesky problem. The new version of FortiClient 5.6 is said to address the annoying problems with the WAN Miniport driver, causing the 98% error message, among other fixes. This version is scheduled to go live in June as soon as it’s fully tested. We have been testing the per-production release (5.6.0.1072) on Windows 10 clients with positive results so far. If you can’t wait for the official release of FortiClient 5.6, reach out to the support team to get a copy. Make sure to completely uninstall the current version before installing 5.6.
FortiClient is a complete security package for Windows which includes an antivirus scanner, firewall, web filtering and also a network optimizing utility.
The program's name isn't exactly well-known which may be a cause for concern when it comes to malware protection. Its antivirus side includes real-time protection, automatic updates, a quarantine function and a tool which monitors modifications to the Windows Registry.
Aside from antivirus, FortiClient provides other modules which are handy including an effective firewall. The firewall can manage advanced rules and can define security zones while providing full support for VPN connections and WAN optimization.
Parental Control functions include protecting minors against online content such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, illegal or unethical content and more.
FortiClient provides two different modes, depending on how advanced and the level of customization required. The first is for general users while the second 'managed mode' provides more of the nitty gritty for advanced users and administrators.
Features and highlights
- Antivirus & Antispyware: Provides comprehensive protection against viruses, spyware, keyloggers, trojans, adware and greyware for Windows-based laptops desktops and smartphones. Symbian OS based smartphone support is also available
- Secure IPsec VPN: Empowers Windows based mobile laptops, desktops and smartphones with the capability to access enterprise applications securely with DES / 3DES encryption
- Powerful Personal Firewall: Monitors network traffic and enforces the appropriate application access control on Windows based laptops, desktops, smartphones and Symbian-based smartphones
- Advanced Antispam: Built in antispam that incorporates into MS Outlook for Windows based desktop and laptops
- Web Content Filtering: Provides real-time web content access enforcement to ensure compliance is available for Windows-based laptops and desktops
FortiClient on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from antivirus without restrictions. FortiClient 6.4 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Compatibility with this antivirus protection software may vary, but will generally run fine under Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP on either a 32-bit or 64-bit setup. A separate x64 version may be available from Fortinet Technologies.
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