CVE-2026-44196
Critical
Description
Pingvin Share X is a secure and easy self-hosted file sharing platform. From 1.14.1 to 1.16.2, a critical authentication bypass vulnerability allows an attacker who has obtained a valid username and password to skip the second-factor authentication (TOTP) requirement entirely. Although, an attacker still needs the user's password to reach this stage. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.16.3.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.1
Exploit probability—
ProductSmp46 Pingvin-share-x
PublishedMay 12, 2026
First seenMay 12, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-287Improper authenticationCWE-697CWE-697
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| smp46 pingvin-share-x | >= 1.14.1, < 1.16.3 | — |
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