CVE-2026-71396: Use of Hard-coded Credentials in Bendix EC80 Brake ECU

Published Aug 27, 2026

Updated

Bendix EC80 Brake ECU uses hard-coded credentials, which could allow an attacker to disable automatic traction control.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Bendix EC80 Brake ECU

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

Upgrade
Upgrade Bendix EC80 Brake ECU (EC80 series) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in Z300822
Upgrade
Upgrade Bendix EC80 Brake ECU (EC80 series) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in Z302578
Upgrade
Upgrade Bendix EC80 Brake ECU (EC80 series) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in Z302579

Event History

Aug 27, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·08:45 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·08:45 PM

RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What level of access does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

The supplied vector indicates adjacent-network access is required, with no privileges or user interaction needed. This suggests exposure is limited to attackers able to reach the ECU through an adjacent network path.

What security impact is identified?

Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to disable automatic traction control. The reported vector rates integrity and availability impact as low, with no confidentiality impact.