CVE-2026-8982: Hard-coded / Backdoor Accounts

Published Jul 21, 2026
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Updated

Two undocumented privileged accounts exist in Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware through V1.03.51. The accounts use vendor-defined password derivation mechanisms based on device-specific values, allowing an attacker with knowledge of the algorithm and required inputs to authenticate to the web management interface with administrative privileges.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware><=V1.03.51
All of the following
Any of the following
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger Firmware<=1.03.51
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger Firmware<=1.03.51
Autel Maxicharger Single Charger

Event History

Jul 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:01 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:01 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-8982?

The severity of CVE-2026-8982 is classified as critical with a CVSS score of 10.

2

What are the potential risks of CVE-2026-8982?

CVE-2026-8982 poses risks of unauthorized access through hard-coded privileged accounts, which can be exploited by attackers.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-8982?

To mitigate CVE-2026-8982, update the Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware to a version that removes or secures the hard-coded accounts.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-8982?

CVE-2026-8982 affects users of Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware versions up to and including V1.03.51.

5

What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-8982?

An attacker exploiting CVE-2026-8982 can gain unauthorized access to the web management interface of the device.

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