CVE-2026-8989: CWE-1191 On-Chip debug and test interface with improper access control in Autel MaxiCharger Single
Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware up to version 1.03.51 allows unrestricted physical access to the NXP i.MX6 recovery mode via exposed hardware recovery pins. This vulnerability enables an attacker with physical access to boot attacker-controlled code, potentially modifying or extracting firmware and sensitive data. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-1191 and CWE-1244 and has a high severity score of 8.6. No patch or official remediation has been confirmed as of the publication date.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-8989 describes a vulnerability in Autel Maxi Charger Single devices running firmware through version 1.03.51. The device exposes hardware recovery pins that allow unrestricted access to the NXP i.MX6 recovery mode. An attacker with physical access can leverage this to boot arbitrary code in memory, leading to unauthorized modification or extraction of firmware and sensitive information. The vulnerability relates to improper access control on the on-chip debug and test interface, categorized under CWE-1191 and CWE-1244. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
An attacker with physical access to the affected device can gain control over the recovery mode, enabling them to execute arbitrary code, modify firmware, or extract sensitive data. This compromises device integrity and confidentiality, potentially allowing persistent unauthorized control or data theft.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict physical access to the device to prevent exploitation of the exposed recovery interface.
CVE-2026-8989: CWE-1191 On-Chip debug and test interface with improper access control in Autel MaxiCharger Single
Description
Autel Maxi Charger Single firmware up to version 1.03.51 allows unrestricted physical access to the NXP i.MX6 recovery mode via exposed hardware recovery pins. This vulnerability enables an attacker with physical access to boot attacker-controlled code, potentially modifying or extracting firmware and sensitive data. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-1191 and CWE-1244 and has a high severity score of 8.6. No patch or official remediation has been confirmed as of the publication date.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.6high
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-8989 describes a vulnerability in Autel Maxi Charger Single devices running firmware through version 1.03.51. The device exposes hardware recovery pins that allow unrestricted access to the NXP i.MX6 recovery mode. An attacker with physical access can leverage this to boot arbitrary code in memory, leading to unauthorized modification or extraction of firmware and sensitive information. The vulnerability relates to improper access control on the on-chip debug and test interface, categorized under CWE-1191 and CWE-1244. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
An attacker with physical access to the affected device can gain control over the recovery mode, enabling them to execute arbitrary code, modify firmware, or extract sensitive data. This compromises device integrity and confidentiality, potentially allowing persistent unauthorized control or data theft.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict physical access to the device to prevent exploitation of the exposed recovery interface.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- CyberDanube
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-19T13:13:01.023Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a5fe6ec9c2644c7f8cb1ab2
Added to database: 07/21/2026, 21:38:52 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 07:08:01 UTC
Last updated: 09/03/2026, 22:52:15 UTC
Views: 70
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