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CVE-2026-29515

Xiaomi Fileexplorer broken access control

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.96%
  1. Published11 Mar 2026

Description

MiCode FileExplorer contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the embedded SwiFTP FTP server component that allows network attackers to log in without valid credentials. Attackers can send arbitrary username and password combinations to the PASS command handler, which unconditionally grants access and allows listing, reading, writing, and deleting files exposed by the FTP server. The MiCode/Explorer open source project has reached end-of-life status.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Xiaomi Fileexplorerall versions

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-29515 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-29515 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.96%.

How severe is CVE-2026-29515?

CVE-2026-29515 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-29515?

Affected products include Xiaomi Fileexplorer.

How do I fix CVE-2026-29515?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.