Azure IoT Explorer Preview

by Microsoftv0.15.12

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Cross-platform UI for interacting with devices attached to Azure IoT Hub

Install with winget

$ winget install --id Microsoft.Azure.IoTExplorer --exact --version 0.15.12

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Azure IoT Explorer Preview

Azure IoT Explorer Preview uses MSI (WiX). The silent install switches are /quiet /norestart.

One-line silent install (x64, user scope)

msiexec.exe /i Azure.IoT.Explorer.Preview.0.15.12.msi /quiet /norestart

See the full silent install reference for Azure IoT Explorer Preview →

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Installers · v0.15.12

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	MSI WiX	user		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

5 known CVEs via NVD

high7.5Fix in v0.15.14CVE-2026-26121affects before 0.15.14Mar 10, 2026
Server-side request forgery (ssrf) in Azure IoT Explorer allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing over a network.
Vendor advisory
high7.5Fix in v0.15.13CVE-2026-23664affects before 0.15.13Mar 10, 2026
Improper restriction of communication channel to intended endpoints in Azure IoT Explorer allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Patch Vendor advisory
high7.5Fix in v0.15.13CVE-2026-23662affects before 0.15.13Mar 10, 2026
Missing authentication for critical function in Azure IoT Explorer allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Patch Vendor advisory
high7.5Fix in v0.15.13CVE-2026-23661affects before 0.15.13Mar 10, 2026
Cleartext transmission of sensitive information in Azure IoT Explorer allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Patch Vendor advisory
medium6.5Fix in v0.15.13CVE-2026-21528affects before 0.15.13Feb 10, 2026
Binding to an unrestricted ip address in Azure IoT Explorer allows an unauthorized attacker to disclose information over a network.
Vendor advisory

Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Azure IoT Explorer Preview on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id Microsoft.Azure.IoTExplorer --exact --version 0.15.12. winget downloads the installer from Microsoft and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install Azure IoT Explorer Preview silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id Microsoft.Azure.IoTExplorer --exact 0.15.12 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for Azure IoT Explorer Preview?

Azure IoT Explorer Preview uses MSI (WiX). Run the downloaded installer with: msiexec.exe /i Azure.IoT.Explorer.Preview.0.15.12.msi /quiet /norestart. The silent switches are /quiet /norestart.

How do I uninstall Azure IoT Explorer Preview via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id Microsoft.Azure.IoTExplorer --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Azure IoT Explorer Preview's Apps & Features entry.

Is Azure IoT Explorer Preview free?

Azure IoT Explorer Preview is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/Azure/azure-iot-explorer) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does Azure IoT Explorer Preview work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Azure IoT Explorer Preview directly from the publisher.

How do I keep Azure IoT Explorer Preview up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id Microsoft.Azure.IoTExplorer --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 10 versions of Azure IoT Explorer Preview from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

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