CVE-2026-2635
Authentication Bypass in MLflow via Default Password Enables RCE
Publication date: 2026-02-20
Last updated on: 2026-02-20
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| mlflow | mlflow | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-1393 | The product uses default passwords for potentially critical functionality. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability in MLflow involves the use of default password authentication bypass. Specifically, the basic_auth.ini file contains hard-coded default credentials that allow remote attackers to bypass authentication without needing any credentials.
An attacker exploiting this flaw can gain unauthorized access and execute arbitrary code with administrator privileges.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can have severe impacts as it allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrator-level access.
- Unauthorized access to sensitive data or systems.
- Execution of arbitrary code with administrative privileges.
- Potential full compromise of the affected MLflow installation.
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
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