CVE-2026-28674: danvei233 xiaoheiFS · Unrestricted File Upload
Affects danvei233 xiaoheiFSSource CVE Database V5
Not known to be exploited · CVSS 7.2 High : upgrade to 0.4.0 soon.
Data as of 30 Oct 2026, 06:59 UTC
- EPSS
- 0.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 29% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
- Patch
- Available – fixed in 0.4.0
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 18 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 29 Oct 2026.
What to do
Upgrade xiaoheiFS and danvei233/xiaoheiFS to 0.4.0.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| danvei233xiaoheiFS | Affected
| Fixed in
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GitHubdanvei233/xiaoheiFSpkg:github/danvei233/xiaoheiFSOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in
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AI-suggested
- Immediate upgrade to xiaoheiFS version 4.0.0 or later, which addresses this vulnerability by removing the hardcoded password and implementing proper file validation and execution controls.
- Until upgrade is possible, restrict administrative access to the AdminPaymentPluginUpload endpoint by network segmentation, IP whitelisting, or VPN access to minimize exposure.
- Replace the hardcoded password with a strong, unique credential managed securely, and enforce multi-factor authentication for admin accounts.
- Implement strict file type validation and sanitization on all upload endpoints to prevent dangerous file types from being accepted.
- Disable or modify the StartWatcher background process to prevent automatic execution of uploaded files, or configure it to only execute signed or verified plugins.
- Monitor logs and file system changes in the plugins/payment/ directory for suspicious activity.
- Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing focused on upload functionalities and privilege management.
- Educate administrators on secure password practices and the risks of using default or hardcoded credentials.
Description
xiaoheiFS is a self-hosted financial and operational system for cloud service businesses. In versions up to and including 0.3.15, the `AdminPaymentPluginUpload` endpoint lets admins upload any file to `plugins/payment/`. It only checks a hardcoded password (`qweasd123456`) and ignores file content. A background watcher (`StartWatcher`) then scans this folder every 5 seconds. If it finds a new executable, it runs it immediately, resulting in RCE. Version 4.0.0 fixes the issue.