CVE-2026-8986 Autel CVE debrief

Who should care

Organizations using Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware through V1.03.51 should prioritize patching to prevent potential OS command injection attacks. Operators of charging stations, platform administrators, and security teams should review the vulnerability and implement necessary mitigations. Vulnerability management and security teams should assess the impact and implement compensating controls if necessary.

Technical summary

The Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware through V1.03.51 is vulnerable to OS command injection. This vulnerability occurs when processing OCPP GetDiagnostics requests. A malicious or compromised OCPP server can supply a crafted diagnostics URL, leading to arbitrary command execution on the charging station. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.5 and is classified as CRITICAL. Affected product deployments should be reviewed for exposure.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Apply the latest firmware update (V1.03.51 or later) to the Autel Maxi Charger Single.
• Verify the authenticity of OCPP server connections.
• Implement network monitoring to detect suspicious OCPP requests.
• Restrict access to the charging station's network.
• Regularly review and update the charging station's firmware.
• Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified.
• Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented.

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-21T22:19:11.023Z and was last modified on 2026-07-22T20:17:09.397Z. The NVD entry is currently Awaiting Analysis. The Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware through V1.03.51 is vulnerable to OS command injection when processing OCPP GetDiagnostics requests. Evidence is limited to CVE and NVD details. Defenders should verify affected product deployments and review official advisories.

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