Vulnerability Description
Fixed AES-128-CBC keys inside the AcerConnect OTA application let attackers forge authorization credentials for arbitrary IMEI numbers. This allows unauthorized actors to list catalog items and extract protected binaries from pre-signed cloud links.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Acer | Connect M6E 5G Firmware | <= m6e_ai_1.00.000019 |
| Acer | Connect M6E 5G | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://community.acer.com/en/kb/articles/19707MitigationVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-50226?
CVE-2026-50226 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). Fixed AES-128-CBC keys inside the AcerConnect OTA application let attackers forge authorization credentials for arbitrary IMEI numbers. This allows unauthorized actors to list catalog items and extrac...
How severe is CVE-2026-50226?
CVE-2026-50226 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-50226?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Acer Connect M6E 5G Firmware, Acer Connect M6E 5G.