Fortinet FortiClient EXE update_task.exe

How to Download Update_task.exe and Fix EXE Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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The development of FortiClient Auto-update Agent by Fortinet prompted the latest creation of update_task.exe. It is also known as a update_task file (file extension EXE), which is classified as a type of Win64 EXE (Executable application) file.

update_task.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 01/08/2018 with UC Browser 7.0.185.1002. The most recent release for FortiClient 5.0.5 launched on 08/08/2013 [version 6.2.3.0912 release].

Please continue reading to find your correct update_task.exe file version download (free), detailed file information, and EXE file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	update_task.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	update_task
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Fortinet Inc.
Software Program:	FortiClient Auto-update Agent
Legal Copyright:	2019 Fortinet Inc. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x14d4
Code Size:	4096

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File Info	Description
File Size:	22 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:06 15:20:56+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:12:18 01:17:39+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	4096
Initialized Data Size:	11264
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x14d4
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	6.2.3.912
Product Version Number:	6.2.3.912
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Fortinet Inc.
File Description:	update_task
File Version:	6.2.3.0912
Internal Name:	update_task
Legal Copyright:	2019 Fortinet Inc. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	FortiClient Auto-update Agent
Product Version:	6.2.3.0912
Comments:
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What are update_task.exe Error Messages?

update_task.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are FortiClient errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when update_task.exe is attempted to be loaded either when FortiClient is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using FortiClient.

In most cases, update_task.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these update_task.exe error messages mean that FortiClient was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, FortiClient will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common update_task.exe errors include:

update_task.exe - Bad Image.
update_task.exe Application Error.
update_task.exe could not be found.
update_task.exe could not be installed.
update_task.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
update_task.exe could not be started.
update_task.exe failed to initialize properly.
update_task.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
update_task.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
update_task.exe is not running.
Cannot find update_task.exe.
Error starting program: update_task.exe.
Faulting Application Path: update_task.exe.
The file update_task.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - update_task.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because update_task.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the update_task.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting update_task.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using FortiClient Auto-update Agent. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Fortinet Inc., conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of update_task.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix update_task.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your update_task.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the update_task.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed FortiClient (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling FortiClient software.

You can uninstall FortiClient software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for FortiClient 5.0.5 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall FortiClient software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

FortiClient 5.0.5

Fortinet

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many update_task.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the update_task.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your update_task.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate update_task.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free update_task.exe files for every applicable version of FortiClient. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download update_task.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate FortiClient folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\UCBrowser\Application\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Fortinet\FortiClient\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve update_task.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download update_task.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying update_task.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Fortinet typically does not release FortiClient EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing update_task.exe and all other EXE files for FortiClient. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

UC Browser 7.0.185.1002

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

update_task.exe

1.0.0.8

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Update Task
Software Version:	1.0.0.8
File Version:	1.0.0.8
File Size:	566672
File Date:	12/04/2019
MD5 Checksum:	40f91e8e8e37fa3709eb7d6ce1958232
SHA1 Checksum:	ec41a9769bd3b010c154171105cba5617c80ad8f
SHA256 Checksum:	f244a0b4a48bed59ba960535eb859bbc7a95487551907d529b3cd4e8ba924f41
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\UCBrowser\Application\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	123392
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/04/2019

FortiClient 5.0.5

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

update_task.exe

6.2.3.912

6.2.3.0912

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	FortiClient Auto-update Agent
Software Version:	6.2.3.912
File Version:	6.2.3.0912
File Size:	22416
File Date:	02/06/2020
MD5 Checksum:	a66dd140f10b44c18e8a46935f6e919c
SHA1 Checksum:	8570f1672d7160bd77b6c3cb107009073c9e66d3
SHA256 Checksum:	7167c68b8cec3402a6a5d98f2a550699751221c6a342c7cf0d57d33bcfa77856
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Fortinet\FortiClient\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	11264
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/06/2020

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Files Related to update_task.exe

EXE Files Related to update_task.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
FortiClient.exe	FortiClient Console	FortiClient (6.2.3.912)	93678968	C:\Windows\Temp\527D94AF-D053-4381-B105-0D815D5...
FortiClientSecurity.exe	FortiClient Security	FortiClient Security (6.2.3.0912)	75128	C:\Windows\Temp\527D94AF-D053-4381-B105-0D815D5...
fortiae.exe	FortiClient Anti-Exploit	FortiClient Anti-Exploit (6.2.3.0912)	390544	C:\Windows\System32\
OneDriveSetup.exe	Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	35299688	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
EPCUserAvatar.exe	FortiClient User Avatar Agent	FortiClient User Avatar Agent (6.2.3.0912)	172432	C:\Windows\System32\WinMetadata\

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setupact.log	Log	FortiClient 5.0.5	14252	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	FortiClient 5.0.5	727031	C:\Windows\inf\
netserv.PNF	Precompiled INF	FortiClient 5.0.5	5348	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
api-ms-win-core-sysinf...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.10586.15)	20360	C:\Program Files\Fortinet\FortiClient\
diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	FortiClient 5.0.5	44683	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\

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