CVE-2026-0520: Lenovo FileZ · Sensitive Data in Logs
Affects Lenovo FileZSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 2.4 Low : upgrade to 11.1.0.37 when convenient.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 11:52 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.09% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 0% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 11.1.0.37
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:P/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:NExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 11 Mar 2026
Detectable: no evidence on record.
No public nuclei template indexed
Weaponized: no evidence on record.
No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB
Exploited in the wildExploited: no evidence on record.
Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 30 Oct 2026.
What to do
Upgrade Lenovo FileZ to 11.1.0.37.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| LenovoFileZ | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
To mitigate CVE-2026-0520, organizations and users should implement the following specific measures: 1) Restrict access to log files on Android devices by enforcing strict file permissions and using Android's scoped storage features to limit exposure. 2) Review and audit the Lenovo FileZ application's logging configuration to ensure sensitive data is not recorded in logs. 3) Employ mobile device management (MDM) solutions to monitor and control local user access and detect unauthorized attempts to access log files. 4) Educate users about the risks of local authentication and the importance of securing their devices against unauthorized physical access. 6) Consider disabling or limiting logging features within the application if feasible until a fix is released. 7) Implement application-level encryption or data masking for any sensitive information that must be logged. These steps go beyond generic advice by focusing on access control, logging hygiene, and proactive monitoring tailored to the specific nature of this vulnerability.
Description
CVE-2026-0520 is a low-severity vulnerability in the Lenovo FileZ Android application where sensitive information may be inserted into log files accessible by a local authenticated user. This issue arises from improper handling of sensitive data, leading to potential exposure through log files. Exploitation requires local access with authentication and some user interaction, limiting the attack scope. The vulnerability does not affect confidentiality broadly, nor does it impact integrity or availability significantly. No known exploits are currently in the wild, and no patches have been released yet. Organizations using Lenovo FileZ on Android devices should be aware of this risk, especially in environments where multiple users share devices or where local access controls are weak. Mitigation involves restricting access to log files, auditing logging practices, and monitoring for unauthorized access. Countries with significant Lenovo Android device usage and enterprise deployments are more likely to be affected. Overall, this vulnerability poses a low risk but should be addressed to prevent inadvertent data leakage.