CVE-2026-8982 Hard-coded / Backdoor Accounts

Critical 10.0 Published 21 Jul 2026 Updated 22 Jul 2026

Undocumented privileged accounts with predictable passwords allow attackers to gain administrative access to the Autel Maxi Charger Single web interface.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2026-8982?

CVE-2026-8982 is a critical vulnerability in Autel MaxiCharger Single, published on 21 Jul 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

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.

Weakness: CWE-798

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-8982?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Autel Maxicharger Single Charger Firmware.

How do I fix CVE-2026-8982?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-8982 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2026-8982 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-8982 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7rv7-46cm-g66m.