CVE-2025-5822: (Pwn2Own) Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial Technician API Incorrect Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Jun 25, 2025
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Updated

Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial Technician API Incorrect Authorization Privilege Escalation Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial charging stations. An attacker must first obtain a low-privileged authorization token in order to exploit this vulnerability.

The specific flaw exists within the implementation of the Autel Technician API. The issue results from incorrect authorization. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user. Was ZDI-CAN-26325.

Affected Software

29 affected components
Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial
Autel Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Ac Elite Business C50 Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Ac Elite Business C50 Firmware<1.56.51
Autel MaxiCharger AC Elite Business C50
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Ac Pro Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Ac Pro Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Ac Pro
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Ac Ultra Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Ac Ultra Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Ac Ultra
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Mobile Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Mobile Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Mobile
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Pedestal Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Pedestal Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Compact Pedestal
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Dc Fast Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Fast Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Fast
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Dc Hipower Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Hipower Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Dc Hipower
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Dh480 Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Dh480 Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Dh480
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger Firmware<1.39.51
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger Firmware<1.56.51
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger

Event History

Jun 25, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:16 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 23, 57663
Event
via NVD·05:27 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-5822?

CVE-2025-5822 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-5822?

To fix CVE-2025-5822, ensure that your Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial devices are updated with the latest security patches provided by Autel.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-5822?

CVE-2025-5822 affects installations of Autel MaxiCharger AC Wallbox Commercial charging stations.

4

What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2025-5822?

CVE-2025-5822 can be exploited by remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected systems.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2025-5822?

No, CVE-2025-5822 allows exploitation without proper authentication, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.

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